Medical experts: Investigation of Insanity by Juries by W. S. Thorne

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Author Thorne, W. S.
Title Medical experts: Investigation of Insanity by Juries
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Summary "Medical Experts: Investigation of Insanity by Juries" by W. S. Thorne is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book presents a thorough examination of the role of medical experts in the judicial investigation of insanity, particularly within the context of California's legal system. Thorne critiques the adequacy and reliability of jury trials in cases concerning mental health and the consequent legal implications surrounding those deemed insane. In the book, Thorne delineates the challenges faced by medical experts when testifying in courts, emphasizing issues such as the lack of legal rights for practitioners in California, the complexities of understanding insanity, and the detrimental effects of biased testimony. He argues for the need to reform the current legal standards and processes surrounding insanity trials, suggesting that jurors lack the necessary expertise to make informed decisions on mental health matters. By illustrating real cases of contradictory jury verdicts and advocating for a more professional legislative approach to recognizing and compensating medical experts, Thorne aims to enhance the fairness and accuracy of legal proceedings involving mental health issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RA: Medicine: Public aspects of medicine
Subject Medical jurisprudence
Subject Insanity (Law)
Subject Medicine -- California
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EBook-No. 36037
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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