Oliver was tried for murder and presented an insanity defense. The jury found Oliver not guilty by reason of insanity on the grounds that he possessed a mental disease that prevented him from curbing his conduct. Which of the following tests for insanity did the jury apply?

a. Model Penal Code

b. irresistible impulse

c. M'Naughten

d. Durham Product

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Leia

16 April, 17:58

Oliver was tried for murder and presented an insanity defense. The jury found Oliver not guilty by reason of insanity on the grounds that he possessed a mental disease that prevented him from curbing his conduct. Which of the following tests for insanity did the jury apply?

a. Model Penal Code

b. irresistible impulse

c. M'Naughten

d. Durham Product

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Kara Hicks · Answer 1

The correct answer is letter "B": irresistible impulse.

Explanation:

The tests of Irresistible Impulse are conducted in court cases to rule out the existence of mental illness and that the illness caused the inability of the defendant to control his or her actions under the law. The tests require medical examination and support from professionals specialized in health conditions stating the behavior of the defendant was regular due to his or her impairment and certain events provoking it.