INSTRUCTIONS:
1. identify and define the insanity defense rules 2. discuss the history of legal precedents on the insanity defense. describe the current standing of this defense. you should discuss major cases. (e.g..M’ Maghten rule) 3. describe incompetent to stand trial. then discuss how it is different from being insane 4. the Mc leods want their adult son , Brewster, to be involuntarily treated in a mental facility. describe the criteria and procedures for civil commitment that they face. what legal protection exists against the abuse of Brewster s right?