Bizarre Legal Defenses explores the strange and often unbelievable world where criminal law meets the outer limits of human behavior. This true crime journey delves into the unusual strategies people have used in court to avoid conviction. From blaming actions on supernatural forces to claiming they were sleepwalking, these cases highlight the challenges inherent in determining culpability and understanding intent.

Many of these bizarre legal defenses hinge on expert testimony, particularly in cases involving the insanity defense, where forensic science and psychology play crucial roles. The book progresses by examining specific categories of defenses, such as psychological conditions and involuntary actions, offering detailed case studies and legal analyses.

One intriguing aspect covered is how sociological factors can influence the acceptance or rejection of these claims. The book provides a unique perspective by scrutinizing completed court cases, primarily from the 20th and 21st centuries, to reveal the limitations of legal constructs when applied to the complexities of human experience.

Selene Drayton

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