Question
Chane van Heerden’s psychopathic traits (e.g., ritualistic violence, lack of remorse) are legally significant because:
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Psychopathy is a mitigating factor under Section 78.
They predict high recidivism but do not negate criminal responsibility in South African law.
They qualify for involuntary commitment to a psychiatric hospital.
The DSM-5 mandates leniency for psychopathic offenders.
SELECT THE CORRECT ANSWER
Psychopathy is a mitigating factor under Section 78.
They predict high recidivism but do not negate criminal responsibility in South African law.
They qualify for involuntary commitment to a psychiatric hospital.
The DSM-5 mandates leniency for psychopathic offenders.
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The correct answer is:
**They predict high recidivism but do not negate criminal responsibility in South African law.**
**They predict high recidivism but do not negate criminal responsibility in South African law.**