diminished responsibility

noun

1. law a plea under which proof of an impairing abnormality of mind is submitted as demonstrating lack of premeditation and therefore criminal responsibility

Example Sentences

The 33-year-old admitted manslaughter on the basis of diminished responsibility at the same court in August.

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After medical evidence was put before the court, he was re-arraigned and pleaded guilty to manslaughter by means of diminished responsibility.

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Gary Baird pleaded guilty to manslaughter by means of diminished responsibility and was handed a seven year sentence.

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He later admitted the charge of manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility which was accepted by the Crown due to his mental state at the time.

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Not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility.''

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