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Insanity Defense: A Loophole For Criminals




Goutham Paluru, Mahindra University

ABSTRACT

An individual of unsound mind or insane has the right to a defense argument under Section 84 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. It can be claimed that if the accused individual admits to committing a crime and can show in court that he was insane, he may avoid punishment. Criminals are free to violate the law. Through this essay, the researcher has attempted to determine whether this law, passed years ago, is still applicable now or has merely turned into a flaw in the criminal justice system. This article discusses the development of the insanity defense, the court's viewpoint, and other issues relating to Section 84 of the IPC.


Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research

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Abbreviation: IJLLR

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ISSN: 2582-8878

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