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What makes a crime someone can be held responsible for?
This nonfiction book surveys the difficult boundary between insanity and criminal act. It argues that law and medicine look at different questions, and both must be considered when judging responsibility. Through historical and contemporary examples, it examines when punishment is just, and when it should be limited to protecting society.
In clear, accessible language, it presents debates on mental illness, accountability, and the role of the courts. It invites readers to weigh medical evidence, legal standards, and humane outcomes in the handling of offenders.- Key ideas about the link between mental state and criminal conduct
- Discussion of when individuals can be held responsible for crimes they commit
- Case studies that illustrate how courts balance safety, justice, and pathology
- Questions about how to apply law and medicine to real-world situations
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