Quote by Mark Twain

Is not this insanity plea becoming rather common? Is it not so common that the reader confidently expects to see it offered in every criminal case that comes before the courts? Really, what we want now, is not laws against crime, but a law against insanity.

Is not this insanity plea becoming rather common? Is it not

Summary

This quote suggests a critique of the increasing prevalence of using an insanity plea in criminal cases. The speaker highlights the frequency of this defense strategy, implying that it has become predictable to encounter it in court. The quote further suggests a sarcastic and provocative proposition: instead of focusing on implementing laws against crime, the speaker provocatively proposes the need for a law specifically targeting insanity. This statement implies a skeptical view towards the credibility and abuse of the insanity defense within the criminal justice system.

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