Japanese Law and Government
The insanity defense is a legal concept that allows a defendant to argue they should not be held criminally responsible for their actions due to a severe mental illness or defect that impaired their ability to understand the nature of their actions or distinguish right from wrong. This defense is rooted in the belief that punishment is appropriate only for those who have the capacity to make rational choices, making mental health a critical factor in criminal law.
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