ADHD could have some bearing, if it was something quick and impulsive. Premeditation makes it even more damning however.
Either way, it’s not an excuse, just a factor to account for in corpus mentis decisions.
Comment on UK judge’s decision not to jail boys for rape like a ‘rock in my face’, says victim, 16
CompactFlax@discuss.tchncs.de 3 days ago
the first 15-year-old had been diagnosed with ADHD as well as anxiety, the second 15-year-old had an IQ in the “bottom 1% of his contemporaries” and had also been diagnosed with ADHD
A lot of people have ADHD and don’t lure and rape girls. This occurred with twice with two victims. Premeditated. They entered another guilty plea.
I believe prison could have very negative effects on these boys, but this does seem too lenient.
cynar@lemmy.world 2 days ago
MurrayL@lemmy.world 3 days ago
‘My client is too stupid to go to prison, your honour.’