Author Question: A review conducted by Canadian researchers on the insanity defence (aka NCRMd) found that: a) It ... (Read 65 times)

sabina · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

A review conducted by Canadian researchers on the insanity defence (aka NCRMd) found that:

a) It is rarely used
b) It typically only successful when applied to severely disordered people
c) People who are found to be insane are often detained for very long periods of time
d) All of the above

Question 2

There is currently a push in Canada to allow for the indefinite detention of people who are NCRMD and deemed to be at high-risk of re-offending (i.e., Bill C-54). According to the Chief Justice of Canada's Supreme Court, this is:

a) A good idea most people who are NCRMD are unpredictable so indefinite detention protects society
b) A good idea most people who are NCRMD are highly likely to re-offend
c) Probably a good idea for high-profile cases, as it will provide a sense of closure and security
d) Not a good idea the current system seems to be working