Which is true about the insanity defense?

A. A large number of criminals escape punishment using the insanity defense.
B. Every state in the United States has an option for defendants to claim insanity.
C. The insanity defense is rarely used by defendants.
D. The American criminal system has banned the use of the insanity defense.
E. Defendants who claim insanity must be incarcerated in prisons rather than mental hospitals.


Answer: C

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