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Monthly Archives: August 2025
The Role of Expert Witnesses in Mental Health Criminal Defense
In criminal cases where the defendant suffers from a mental health condition, calling an expert witness can be vital to securing their freedom. These individuals can bring a level of understanding, credibility, and knowledge to…
What to Do If Your Child With Autism Is Arrested
As a parent of a child with autism, you may not know where to turn if your child is arrested and charged with a crime. It is only natural to feel this way. As a…
Diminished Capacity vs. Insanity Defense – What’s the Difference?
When an individual suffers from a significant mental health issue at the time an alleged crime has been committed, this can have a pivotal role in their case. With the representation of a mental health…
How Mental Illness Impacts Criminal Responsibility in Court
In many criminal cases, mental illnesses and overall mental health can have a pivotal role. This is especially true when trying to determine whether the defendant in a case can actually be held responsible for…
Can Autism Be Used as a Defense in Criminal Cases?
Being charged with criminal action in the United States should never be taken lightly, especially if the individual in question has autism spectrum disorder, or ASD. It is important to note that being diagnosed with…
What Rights Do Defendants With Mental Illness Have in Criminal Court?
Certain mental illnesses can increase an individual's risk of committing a crime, especially when the individual is not receiving necessary treatment. However, even if this is the case, these individuals still have rights. In the…
How Different States Handle Competency to Stand Trial
Across the United States, for an individual to stand trial in a criminal case, they must meet requirements for competency. The Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution grants everyone the right to a fair trial…
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