Your textbook presents the case of John Hinckley, who, in 1981, tried to kill Ronald Reagan, the President of the United States. Hinckley had a history of odd behavior and was subsequently found not guilty by reason of insanity. As a result,
a. Hinckley was released.
b. federal laws regarding the burden of proof and the definition of insanity were changed.
c. Hinckley was released but required to have a secret service agent with him at all times.
d. Hinckley was confined to a mental hospital with no chance of release.
Answer: b.
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