Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 9A Washington Criminal Code - Section 9A.12.010 Insanity

§ 9A.12.010. Insanity

To establish the defense of insanity, it must be shown that:

(1) At the time of the commission of the offense, as a result of mental disease or defect, the mind of the actor was affected to such an extent that:

(a) He was unable to perceive the nature and quality of the act with which he is charged; or

(b) He was unable to tell right from wrong with reference to the particular act charged.

(2) The defense of insanity must be established by a preponderance of the evidence.

[1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.12.010.]

Sections:  9A.12.010

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