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What is true about the insanity defense?

It is defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
It can be used only if a person is diagnosed with a specific disorder from the DSM.
It is a legal term used to determine if a person can be held accountable for a crime.
It is a legal term that helps to determine if a person committed a crime or not.
It cannot be used if a person was previously found to be responsible for a different crime.

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It's a legal term used to determine if a person can be held accountable for a crime. Hope this helps; have a wonderful day.

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It is a legal term used to determine if a person can be held accountable for a crime
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