‘Reform of the Insanity Defence: Theoretical Issues for Consideration’

Helen Howard

doi:10.1177/002201830306700105

‘Reform of the Insanity Defence: Theoretical Issues for Consideration’

Helen Howard

SSSHL Department of Law, Policing and Investigation

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Abstract

This article examines the need for a new insanity defence in the light of the inadequacies of the M'Naghten Rules. Consideration is given to some of the theoretical and practical issues which must be addressed in drafting a new insanity defence. Attention is given to American versions of the insanity defence and other proposals for reform. Tentatively, a new form of defence is suggested.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	51-67
Number of pages	17
Journal	The Journal of Criminal Law
Volume	67
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/002201830306700105
Publication status	Published - 1 Feb 2003

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