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A quick definition of insanity:

Insanity: Insanity is a term used to describe a mental state where a person is unable to understand what they are doing or the consequences of their actions. This can be used as a defense in criminal cases, known as criminal insanity. It means that the person is not responsible for their actions because of their mental state.

A more thorough explanation:

Insanity refers to a legal defense used in criminal cases where the defendant claims that they were not mentally capable of understanding the nature of their actions or that their actions were wrong at the time of the crime.

For example, if someone with a severe mental illness commits a crime, they may be able to use the insanity defense to avoid being found guilty. However, this defense is not often successful and requires extensive evidence and evaluation by mental health professionals.

The insanity defense is based on the idea that it would be unjust to punish someone who was not in control of their actions due to a mental illness or defect. It is a complex and controversial legal concept that is not always accepted by courts.

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i want a flat earther for president. i want a guy who posts on 4chan for president. i want someone who mogs for president.
Dkk
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Exactly. My version of that awful poem.
Dkk
19:19
I can accept a president with maybe one or two of the poems traits hut good God, all of them??? No ty.
windyMagician
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president who respects sex is crazy
windyMagician
19:20
we had bill clinton already
Dkk
19:21
Bill Clinton, first and last black president
windyMagician
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windyMagician
19:23
it doesn't hurt its just tingly
Dkk
19:26
It needs more alcohol. You tingle when your nerves need watering.
19:27
try stretching it maybe to see what's up
windyMagician
19:27
stretches make me think it's just soreness
windyMagician
19:27
I'm sober lol
Dkk
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Dkk
23:25
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Dkk
23:48
@chickenburgahfart: I would do that in the Army if really desperate for food or if I had to work through lunch. One of the few fast food places I go to.
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I will take In N Out everyday over it when I can though.
texaslawhopefully
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In N Out is not only the best fast food place, but the prices too are fantastic
Dkk
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Indeed, indeed.
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