What defense is used if the defendant's state of mind is such that they cannot claim legal responsibility for their actions?
a. infancy
b. insanity
c. intoxication
d. mistake
B
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a. Altruism b. Utility c. Hedonism d. Egoism
A judge with a conflict of interest in hearing a criminal trial should _______________ him or herself from the case
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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