Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Self-defense is an excuse defense.
2. Insanity is an excuse defense.
3. The insanity defense is one of the most thoroughly studied, yet most debated issues in criminal law.
4. The fundamental difference among the insanity tests is whether the emphasis is placed on the defendant’s ability to know right from wrong or on the defendant’s ability to control his or her behavior.
1. False
2. True
3. True
4. True
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Up until the 1800's, judges were reluctant to imprison offenders because:
a. The victim still had control over the charges that were brought a. Most offenders were under the control of the night watchmen b. Their labor was needed in the community c. There were no judges during this time
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false