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	Washingtonpost.com: The Insanity Defense: A Closer Look
		And often the trials involving an insanity defense get the most attention because they involve "crimes that are bizarre within themselves," said Baltimore defense attorney Cristina Gutierrez, who has defended a dozen such cases in as many years.
		In almost all cases, a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity prompts a judge to commit defendants to treatment centers until mental health officials determine they do not pose a danger to anyone.
		A jury rejected Jack Ruby's claim of insanity and sent him to prison for shooting Lee Harvey Oswald, the assassin of President John F. Kennedy.
	www.washingtonpost.com /wp-srv/local/longterm/aron/qa227.htm (972 words)

	insanity
		The most fundamental of these is that, while "reason of insanity" is a full defense to a crime -- that is, pleading "reason of insanity" is the equivalent of pleading "not guilty" -- "diminished capacity" is merely pleading to a lesser crime.
		The insanity defense is the compromise: basically, it reflects society's belief that the law should not punish defendants who are mentally incapable of controlling their conduct.
		The McNaughton rule became the standard for insanity in the United States and the United Kingdom, and is still the standard for insanity in almost half of the states.
	www.law.cornell.edu /background/insane/insanity.html (696 words)

	Insanity defence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		In a criminal trial, the insanity defenses are possible defenses by excuse, via which defendants may argue that they should not be held criminally liable for breaking the law, as they were mentally ill at the time of their allegedly criminal actions.
		The insanity defense is still in use in the United States, while Australia and Canada have renamed it the mental disorder defence, and Commonwealth nations tend to shy away from it, partially due to the stigma of the word "insanity".
		The insanity defense is available in most jurisdictions that respect human rights and have a rule of law, though the extent to which it can or should be applied may differ widely between jurisdictions: for example, as in cases involving the battered-woman syndrome.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Insanity_defense (2169 words)

	What is the definition of insanity? (by Tom Mitsoff) - Media Monitors Network
		An insanity plea was entered with the claim that the crime was the result of M'Naghten's delusion.
		Insanity was strictly defined under that code, and the delusions that the defendant suffered had to be so strong that he either did not understand his actions or was unable to appreciate their wrongfulness.
		While the definition of insanity has been consistent in the dictionary, the same can’t be said for the legal system's definition.
	www.mediamonitors.net /tommitsoff17.html (647 words)

	Insanity - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Insanity, or madness, is a general term for a semi-permanent, severe mental disorder.
		Today it is most commonly encountered as a generic informal term, or in the more narrow legal context of criminal insanity.
		From this perspective, one can see that "insanity" of the mind can also be considered poor "health" of the mind.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Insanity (192 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Insanity
		These are characterized by a loss of self-control, on account of which the patient performs acts that are at variance with his prevailing disposition, ideas, and desires—for example, murder and suicide.
		insanity is on the increase, seems to be the general verdict of authorities, although the absence of reliable and comprehensive statistics makes any satisfactory estimate impossible.
		insanity, the mere fact that his intelligence seemed to be normal, and all his acts deliberate, at the time of his self-destruction, is not always conclusive proof of volitional freedom and
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/08041a.htm (1794 words)

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		Insanity is distinguished from low intelligence or mental deficiency due to age or injury.
		In criminal cases, a plea of "not guilty by reason of insanity" will require a trial on the issue of the defendant's insanity (or sanity) at the time the crime was committed.
		A claim by a criminal defendant of his/her insanity at the time of trial requires a separate hearing to determine if a defendant is sufficiently sane to understand the nature of a trial and participate in his/her own defense.
	dictionary.law.com /definition2.asp?selected=979&bold=\|\|\|\| (385 words)

	insanity (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Hearing so many opinions of what insanity means is baffling to a student of the big book, because Bill tells us exactly what meaning he gives the word insanity the very first time he uses it in the big book (page 37).
		When we accept the idea that the insanity of our disease is such that we did not have in our conscious mind the facts with which to make a proportionate decision about whether of not to drink, many other things fall into place.
		One popular definition of insanity in AA is, "Taking the same action over and over again expecting different results." Of course this refers to the story of the jaywalker who progressively gets in more serious accidents as he continues to jaywalk.
	webpages.charter.net /rfhale/insanity.html (4888 words)

	insanity
		Clearly, the disease of the brain referred to in the prophecy is insanity or mental disorder and not diseases of the brain like encephalitis which is most often caused by infective organisms, such as bacteria, protozoa, helminths or worms, and viruses.
		Therefore, insanity is also common in other countries aside from these three.
		Hinckley was acquitted in the assassination attempt by reason of insanity on June 21, 1982, and was held in a mental institution.
	www.geocities.com /peacecrusader888/insanity.htm (1489 words)

	Insanity-The Ride at the Stratosphere Las Vegas Nevada - VEGAS.com
		The Stratosphere takes the concept of fear beyond the extreme with Insanity -- The Ride, and you'd be insane to pass up the opportunity.
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		Joining the Big Shot and X Scream, Insanity -- The Ride is nestled atop the Stratosphere Tower, the tallest building west of the Mississippi at 1,149 feet.
	www.vegas.com /attractions/on_the_strip/insanity.html (329 words)

	frontline: crime of insanity \| PBS
		It was apparent to everyone he was mentally ill. What was not so clear was how the courts should deal with his case.
		In "A Crime of Insanity," FRONTLINE examines the controversial case of Ralph Tortorici.
		Through interviews with Tortorici's family and the defense attorney, prosecutor, and judge charged with trying his case, the one-hour documentary explores the personal, political, and societal fallout that occurs when the legal and psychiatric worlds collide.
	www.pbs.org /wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/crime (278 words)

	Insanity \| Madness of the Mind \| Mental Illness \| Persistent Mental Disorder \| Questia.com Online Library
		The Insanity Defense is a clear assessment of this issue as it exists in the...
		and insanity, hypnotism, psychoanalysis, alcoholism...when he was acquitted on the grounds of insanity in 1843.
		Insanity pleas of lesser-known defendants likewise...sitting on a jury asked to rule on an insanity plea, their reactions and...
	www.questia.com /library/psychology/mental-health/insanity.jsp (571 words)

	Silver Insanity - Sterling Silver Jewelry
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	www.silver-insanity.com /terms.asp (1305 words)

	Stories Tagged 'insanity' » Netscape.com
		(via cbs5.com) – A woman accused of throwing her three young sons over a railing and into San Francisco Bay has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity and believes her children are growing up in heaven, according to psychiatric evaluations.
		(via articles.news.aol.com) – After being acquitted by reason of insanity in her children's bathtub drowning deaths, Andrea Yates won't spend her life in prison - but she will be committed to a state mental hospital.
		(via cnn.com) – A jury found Andrea Yates not guilty by reason of insanity in the drowning deaths of her young children in the bathtub of their suburban home.
	www.netscape.com /tag/insanity (282 words)

	Insanity - Movie Info - Moviefone
		Tagline: Scaling the Cliffs of Insanity, Battling Rodents of Unusual Size, Facing torture...
		Kirsten Dunst holds court at the 'Marie Antoinette' premiere.
		Insanity - Cast & Crew, movie showtimes, plot, synopsis, exclusive features, trailers, clips, theater listings, reviews, message boards, dvd, videos, rentals and more on Moviefone.
	movies.aol.com /movie/insanity/1017502/main (147 words)

	Amazon.com: Insanity: Music: Darkane (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		At times screams he screams like In Flames's Anders Frieden, and other times he delivers his vocals in a robotic growl similar to Meshuggah's Jens Kidman (yes, I know that's three Meshuggah references now, but the influence is obvious).
		"Insanity" is an excellent album all around, and definitely essential if you consider yourself a Swedish metal fan.
		Insanity is the perfect title for this album.
	www.amazon.com /Insanity-Darkane/dp/B00005A0N3 (1096 words)

	Townhall.com::Insanity::By Oliver North
		Einstein is, of course, the Nobel physicist whose 1939 letter on atomic fission to President Franklin Roosevelt resulted in the Manhattan Project -- and the development of the first A-bomb.
		The key words in the president's statement are "once again" and "raise tensions in the region." The "once again" observation is a reminder of Einstein's insanity definition.
		The "raise tensions in the region" proclamation is a gross understatement.
	www.townhall.com /columnists/OliverNorth/2006/10/13/insanity (1847 words)

	physical symptoms (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		I think his standard of right and wrong is different from what is general.
		Deeming's defence team referred to another case in which the same expert witnesses had also given evidence and found the murderer to be insane.
		Although Deeming's circumstances were similar, the doctors argued that Deeming's insanity was a falsehood.
	www.prov.vic.gov.au /exhibs/deeming/41.htm (294 words)

	Insanity - WrongDiagnosis.com
		More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Insanity is available below.
		You may also want to research other symptoms in our Symptoms Center.
		See full list of 17 related videos for Insanity.
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /i/insanity/intro.htm (218 words)

	The Insanity Test (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		This is a insanity test to see just how sane you really are.
		Do you tend to rest in what other people consider strange positions whilst alone e.g.
		Have you ever mailed one of the authors with a insanity test score?
	www.penddraig.co.uk /pen/tests/sanity.htm (1700 words)

	Insanity Skate Park >> a skate of mind <<
		Insanity Skate Park >> a skate of mind <<
		Insanity Skate Park sessions start at the top of every hour and last for one hour.
		Any participant under the age of 19 must have waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in the presence of a notary public.
	www.insanityskate.com (202 words)

	Legal Definition of Insanity Defense
		DEFENSE, INSANITY - A criminal defense asserting that at the time of the commission of the acts constituting the offense, the defendant, as a result of a severe mental disease or defect, was unable to appreciate the nature and quality or the wrongfulness of his acts.
		Mental disease or defect does not otherwise constitute a defense.
		Mental disease or defect does not otherwise constitute a defense; the person has the burden of proving the defense of insanity by clear and convincing evidence.
	www.lectlaw.com /def/d029.htm (204 words)

	everquest casters realm - news, spells, items, equipment, prices, maps, quests, factions (c) 1999-2002
		Quite a powerful direct damage spell, Insanity delivers 1100 damage to the target when it successfully lands.
		This spell can be partially resisted after recent changes to the Enchanter DD spell line.
		all in all i am happy with insanity as is. no stunn is fine with me. 99% of mobs i use it on
	eq.crgaming.com /spells/spell.asp?Id=2003 (759 words)

	The Insanity Defense (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Estimated and Actual Use of the Insanity Defense
		How many defendants who plead insanity are found NGRI?
		Defining Insanity: Typical Elements found in Legal Definitions
	www.udel.edu /soc/vhans/cj346insanity (61 words)

	Flickr: Photos tagged with insanity
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	www.flickr.com /photos/tags/insanity (133 words)

	InsanityPlanet - Funny Pictures Funny Videos
		Insanity Planet - "See what happens when you give 2 drunk idiots an internet connection and another carton of beer!"
		We have come up with 3 funny sites you can send to your friends as a practical joke.
		Do you have anything you think we should feature here in Insanity Planet?
	www.insanityplanet.com (542 words)

	Amazon.com: Insanity: Music: Culture Beat (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		This single "Insanity" has intelligent lyrics and great music.
		It is still driven by synths not just an empty beat.
		This is sure to be a smash club hit, buy "Insanity" today.
	www.amazon.com /Insanity-Culture-Beat/dp/B00005LW6H (316 words)

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