Disorder in the Court

Discover the groundbreaking insights of Disorder in the Court by Dr. Andrea L. Alden, published by The University of Alabama Press in 2018. This hardback edition spans 224 pages and offers a comprehensive rhetorical history and analysis of the insanity defense in the United States.

In Disorder in the Court, Dr. Alden meticulously traces the evolution of legal standards surrounding the insanity defense, beginning in 1843 when these principles were first codified in England, and continuing through to 1984, when the U.S. government sought to reform them with the Insanity Defense Reform Act. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of law, psychology, and societal norms.

Whether you are a legal scholar, a student, or simply curious about the complexities of the justice system, this book provides invaluable perspectives on a pivotal aspect of legal history.