Jeffrey suffered from psychosis with symptoms of hallucination. He heard voices commanding him to "cleanse the wicked of their sins." Obeying the commands, he killed several prostitutes and known drug dealers. Jeffrey was found not guilty by reason of mental disease or mental defect. His verdict was most likely the result of the

A. American Law Institute (ALI) rule.
B. American Psychiatric Association definition of insanity.
C. M'Naghten rule.
D. Durham rule.


Answer: D

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