"Medical Experts: Investigation of Insanity by Juries" by W. S. Thorne is a detailed look into how the legal system in California handled cases of insanity in the late 1800s. The book shines a light on the difficulties medical professionals faced when giving evidence in court about people's mental health. Thorne explains that juries often struggled to understand complex mental health issues, which led to unfair decisions. He points out the lack of proper rights and compensation for doctors involved in these trials and reveals how biased opinions could negatively influence court verdicts. The author calls for big changes to the laws and processes that deal with insanity trials, pushing for a more informed and expert-led approach to ensure justice for people with mental health conditions.
Medical experts: Investigation of Insanity by Juries
By W. S. Thorne
In the late 19th century, a flawed judicial system risked justice for the mentally ill, as medical experts fought to be heard over jury ignorance and legal bias.
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