Lubbock man accused of burning mother alive in 2011 found not guilty by insanity – News – Lubbock Avalanche-Journal – Lubbock, TX
https://www.lubbockonline.com/news/20200305/lubbock-man-accused-of-burning-mother-alive-in-2011-found-not-guilty-by-insanityAfter reading the article answer the following questions. Be sure to defend your answer with specific examples and information from the text/course material.
From what you read, do you agree with the jury’s finding of not guilty by reason of insanity? Why or why not?
Contrary to what many believe, the insanity defense is rarely used and even less likely to be successful. What do you think is the biggest challenge in using this defense?
