Do you think mental illness is a legitimate defense for breaking the law? Do you think mental illness is abused or exploited in the legal system? Why or why not? If an individual with mental illness (who is determined incompetent) commits a crime, do you think the guardian should be held responsible? Why or why not? I want your opinion: Do you think pedophilia should be considered a crime or a mental illness? Why or why not?

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