Posted about 2 years ago. Applies to Texas, 1 helpful vote

Save
Email

In Texas it is an affirmative defense to prosecution that , at the time of the conduct charged, the actor, as a result of severe mental disease or defect, did not know that his conduct was wrong.

This defense shall only be submitted to the jury if supported by competent evidence.

When insanity is submitted, the trier of facts shall determine and include in the verdict or judgment or both whether the defendant is guilty, not guilty, or not guilty by reason of insanity.

Additional Resources

Texas Penal Code and Code of Criminal Procedure

Related Questions

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask a Lawyer

Get free answers from experienced attorneys.

 

Ask now

26,606 answers this week

2,686 professionals answering

Ask a Lawyer

Get answers from top-rated lawyers.

  • It's FREE
  • It's easy
  • It's anonymous

26,606 answers this week

2,686 professionals answering

Legal Dictionary

Don't speak legalese? We define thousands of terms in plain English.

Browse our legal dictionary