Which is not true in regards to Diminished Capacity?

a. It can be used as a defense only if you are saying your actions were altered by your
poor diet, such as Twinkies or other “junk” food.
b. It was abolished as a defense with Prop. 8.
c. It cannot be used in court proceedings in regard to misdemeanors and/or felonies.
d. It may be considered by the court, but only at the time of sentencing or other
disposition, after the issue of guilt or innocence has been determined.


a. It can be used as a defense only if you are saying your actions were altered by your poor diet, such as Twinkies or other “junk” food.

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