Assignment:
Discussion
Students are required to complete discussions based on a specific topic or question. Your response needs to be a minimum of 250 words. Responses will be graded based on content knowledge, accuracy, cohesion, and grammar/spelling.
Each student must post an initial response to the topic/questions posed by the instructor and must respond at least two other student's responses in order to receive full credit. In addition, you must answer all questions posed by the instructor. This helps you facilitate a better understanding of the topic or question being discussed. Make sure that your replies have substance and say more than, "I agree with you". In addition, you MUST cite your references including your textbook. Post all your responses in the discussion board provided. If you have any questions contact your instructor.
Question: Should mental condition or age be an excuse to criminal conduct? Why or why not? Is there any reason to distinguish between these two categories even if it can be established that the personal acted with intent or purpose? Please discuss.