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The Clinical Gavel -Criminal Law Cases

The Clinical Gavel -Criminal Law Cases

By: Circle Of Insight Productions
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Welcome to The Clinical Gavel where a seasoned Forensic Psychology Professor delves into the intricate world of criminal law. Join us as we break down complex legal concepts, explore high-profile cases, and provide insights into the workings of the justice system. Each episode offers expert analysis and engaging discussions to help you understand the laws that govern our society and the psychology behind criminal behavior. Tune in to gain a deeper appreciation of criminal law from an insider’s perspective.Copyright Circle Of Insight Productions Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Duty of Candor in the Age of AI: The Greg Lake Suspension

    The Duty of Candor in the Age of AI: The Greg Lake Suspension
    Apr 26 2026
    In April 2026, the Nebraska Supreme Court issued a landmark indefinite suspension against attorney Greg Lake, marking a shift from mere financial sanctions to career-altering discipline for AI misuse. This episode deconstructs the "Failure of Candor" that led to his downfall. We move past the 57 hallucinated citations to the courtroom confrontation where Lake initially blamed a broken computer and a wedding anniversary for the errors. We discuss why the court found his explanation "lacked credibility" and what this means for the Model Rules of Professional Conduct in a world where AI-generated fabrications are becoming a weekly occurrence in the docket
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    6 mins
  • The Right to Refuse Treatment – Riggins v. Nevada (1992)

    The Right to Refuse Treatment – Riggins v. Nevada (1992)
    Apr 21 2026
    In this episode, we examine Riggins v. Nevada (1992), a landmark Supreme Court case addressing whether the state can forcibly administer antipsychotic medication to a criminal defendant awaiting trial. The Court ruled that while forced medication is not categorically prohibited, the state must demonstrate it is medically appropriate and the least restrictive means of achieving competency for trial. The decision protects the defendant’s due process rights and the integrity of the adversarial process by ensuring a defendant can present a defense as themselves, not as a pharmacologically altered version shaped by the state.
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    5 mins
  • Chemical Intent: The Limits of “Roid Rage” in Criminal Law

    Chemical Intent: The Limits of “Roid Rage” in Criminal Law
    Apr 19 2026
    A forensic psychology and criminal law podcast analyzing “roid rage,” anabolic steroid effects on the brain, and how courts evaluate mens rea (criminal intent), voluntary intoxication, and legal responsibility in violent crime cases. This episode breaks down the intersection of neuroscience, behavioral evidence, and legal standards, featuring high-profile cases like Oscar Pistorius and legal precedents such as People v. Hood and R v. Kingston to examine why steroid defenses often fail in court. Designed for audiences interested in true crime, white collar crime, legal analysis, and clinical psychology, this content targets people who like topics such as criminal defense strategy, expert witness testimony, mental state defenses, and the psychology of violent offenders.
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    14 mins
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