Expert: Get Ex-Beauty Queen To Shrink! Jan 5, 2008
The defense approach, Sherman said, could be "a little bit less than temporary insanity, but something to show she's under a lot of pressure, maybe she was on some medications, maybe on too many Zoloft, maybe she should have been on more Zoloft, but something to show why her behavior was aberrant, why she would do something so crazy and stupid (assming she did what she's accused of having done).". Such an approach "definitely helps her," Sherman said. (CBS News)
Best Business Buzzwords Of 2007 Dec 22, 2007
Used in a sentence: "Your honor, my client would like to plead temporary insanity to these ringtone rage charges. It was caused by a co-worker whose unattended phone kept playing 'Axel Foley's Theme.'". Chances we'll be using this buzzword in 2017: It depends on whether Lil' Jon & The East Side Boyz are still recording. (NBC 11, CA)
State's attorney drops one charge against McCarron Nov 28, 2007
jbb wrote on Nov 27, 2007 8:32 PM:" It will be interesting to see how this "plays out". Since McCarron has money, the Pekin Mother convicted of attempting to kill her daughter had none and a public defender to boot. Am I correct in that public defender part?I truly felt that that woman had reached the end of her rope with her husband leaving etc., didn't have the money or resources to get help..and did suffer temporary insanity. McCarron on the other had had endless resources and just got fed up... (Pekin Times, IL)
Ocado finally delivers the goods Nov 25, 2007
Gissing, the youngest, 29 in those days, said Goldman Sachs told the trio they could plead temporary insanity if they changed their minds and wanted their jobs back. After all, back in 2000, few people believed that web shopping for groceries would ever take off. (Times Online)
'GENIUS' STUDY AN ARSE FARCE Nov 18, 2007
We should stick this whole medical department on trial and their lawyer can plead temporary insanity. I'm thinking of a lady I know. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Law & Order: SVU: Blinded Nov 14, 2007
Picard's rage seriously injures Elliot, and the trial drives A.D.A. Casey Novak (Diane Neal) to face not only a complicated case on temporary insanity, but her own dark past as well. Also starring: Adam Beach, Dann Florek, Ice-T, Richard Belzer, and Tamara Tunie. (KRNV.com, NV)
Second-half defense 1st class Nov 12, 2007
The Steelers played a lot of cover 2 yesterday, and deployed a lot of gimmickry that had defensive ends dropping into coverage as well, but even a game plan that ultimately left them sackless couldn't impede the relentless excellence of this defense, nor could the temporary insanity of some of its components. Gene Collier can be reached at or 412-263-1283. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
53 comments Nov 12, 2007
We'll fight this battle later after the wimps and wussies are pushed out of the way or eventually recover from what ever strain of temporary insanity their suffering. There is no fundemental difference between JulieAnnie and Hillary. (Human Events Online)
Burpee admits abduction/assault, police report Nov 7, 2007
He said there is no longer a temporary insanity defense in California, and there hasn't been since after the trial of Mayor Moscone's killer. Since there's a confession here, what's likely is there will be a sentencing hearing and a plea bargain. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Evidence Tossed Against Jilted Astronaut Nov 3, 2007
In a statement, Nowak lawyer Don Lykkebak said, "We are extremely pleased and gratified that Judge Lubet has granted the motions to supress both Lisa Nowak's statement and the evidence taken from her car last February. "Judge Lubet's learned order explains clearly why the statement and evidence was illegally obtained when he states that 'whether a prince or pauper' the constitution protects everyone equally," Lykkebak said. Nowak was arrested after allegedly confronting Colleen Shipman, the... (CBS News)
Judge Rules Police Coerced Former Astronaut Nov 3, 2007
Her attorney is expected to use a temporary insanity defense. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Judge tosses Nowak confession, some evidence Nov 3, 2007
The defense is expected to claim temporary insanity on charges of attempted kidnapping, battery and burglary with assault. Inside KHOU.com. (KHOU.com, TX)
Statues of liberty Oct 25, 2007
"I'd been advised to do it to build up my muscles after collapsing with chronic pneumonia and undergoing an operation to remove most of my lung. But all I was doing was making mounds of firewood. It was only after that spell of temporary insanity that something was released." Allen pauses for a moment before musing: "I'm not a religious person, but it's almost as though I was given something back after losing everything.". The losses included his home, two long-term relationships and his... (Guardian Unlimited -- Jobs)
Your worst Halloween treat? Oct 20, 2007
We weren t sure what came over him (can t rule out temporary insanity Ha Ha). We were surprised the teens didn t beat him up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Two Domestic Tragedies Oct 20, 2007
But he will have none of that, and a curious thing happens as he embraces what amounts to temporary insanity; our sympathy shifts to Ruffalo's Dwight, as slowly he begins to rediscover his better self. We have no doubt that, eventually, he will do the right thing and turn himself in. (Time.com)
Astronauts still on drinking defensive Oct 19, 2007
She intends to plead temporary insanity. It was her case that led NASA to commission a panel of aerospace medical experts to look into the health of astronauts. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Peter Chianca: NASA just needs a little space Oct 11, 2007
Just to recap, the alleged diaper-wearing, murder-planning astronaut, Lisa Nowak, has pleaded temporary insanity, saying that she has a variety of diagnosed mental illnesses that NASA somehow managed to overlook. In its defense, though, NASA did a fine job of making sure she was qualified for the 8-by-10 color shuttle crew glossy. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Julie Birtzer’s murder trial is set for July 2008 Oct 10, 2007
Know the statutes wrote on Oct 10, 2007 12:20 AM:" Temporary insanity is an interesting defense, but a waste of your breath. Wisconsin statutes do not include temporary insanity and it is not an accepted defense in court. The only thing close to it is being found "not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect. " This addresses actual, physical defects in the brain that can be proven and traced back to a problem the person was born with. It is not, "I killed the person because I went crazy for... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Rudy, Call home Oct 3, 2007
WASHINGTON -- Most experienced adults acknowledge at some point in their lives that love is a form of temporary insanity ... WASHINGTON -- Most experienced adults acknowledge at some point in their lives that love is a form of temporary insanity. (Townhall.com)
Lis on Law: 'Get Out of Jail Free' for Murder Oct 2, 2007
We need a sane and rational basis for what is essentially a temporary insanity defense and not a license to kill. Sources. (Fox News)
Seasons of love Sep 21, 2007
The Mary Winkler deal, no telling what s going on there, I think they re going with temporary insanity or something along those lines. She sure as hell shot her husband in the back and killed him. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Ex-astronaut wants evidence tossed Sep 20, 2007
Her attorney, Donald Lykkebak, is expected to use a temporary insanity defense, saying Nowak suffered from major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and "brief psychotic disorder with marked stressors.". Before Nowak testified, police Detective Chris Becton described her as a cunning subject who tried wheedling information. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
NASA love triangle case returns to court Sep 20, 2007
Lykkebak is expected to use a temporary insanity defense, saying Nowak suffered from major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and "brief psychotic disorder with marked stressors.". 44, was arrested in February after allegedly confronting Colleen Shipman, the girlfriend of a former space shuttle pilot Nowak had been seeing. (CNN -- Tech)
Former astronaut back in court Sep 19, 2007
Her lawyer is expected to use a temporary insanity defense. Nowak was arrested in February after allegedly confronting Colleen Shipman, the girlfriend of a former space shuttle pilot Nowak had been seeing. (WSJA.com, AL)
NASA was looking into astronaut meltdowns Sep 13, 2007
30-day news archives. "The e-mail writer went on to suggest an hourlong meeting with officials to discuss the matter. "There is no rush, of course," the e-mail stated. "This can wait until early JAN if needed as I know you are very busy with STS 116. (Florida Today)
NASA sought to stop astronaut meltdowns Sep 13, 2007
Nowak's attorney has filed notice of intent to use a temporary insanity defense against the charges of attempted kidnapping, battery and burglary with assault. She suffered from major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and "brief psychotic disorder," according to her attorney. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Aldrin defends accused astronaut Sep 12, 2007
She is pursuing a temporary insanity defense, according to court documents. Aldrin, the second man to step on the moon, said he became depressed and had problems with alcohol after returning to Earth. (CNN -- US)
Lovelorn ex-astronaut freed from monitoring Aug 31, 2007
In court documents released this week, Nowak's lawyers said their client may pursue a temporary insanity defense. Nowak suffered from major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and brief psychotic disorder with marked stressors, defense attorney Donald Lykkebak wrote in his notice of intent to rely on the insanity defense. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Lycos Announces Search Activity for Actor Owen Wilson Skyrockets 2,700% Following Reports of Attempted Suicide; NFL Scores Extra Points Fueled by Michael Vick Scandal & Tom Brady Baby; Beyonce 'Wardrobe Malfunction' Sends Searches Soaring Aug 31, 2007
The LA Times reports that she plans to plead temporary insanity for her alleged stalking and attack of romantic rival Colleen Shipman in February. The Lycos 50(TM) Top 10 Search Terms for the Week Ending Aug. 25, 2007: 1) Poker 6) Disney 2) MySpace 7) YouTube 3) Beyonce 8) Pokemon 4) Golf 9) Britney Spears 5) Naruto 10) RuneScape. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Nappy-wearing' astronaut to plead insanity Aug 30, 2007
A former astronaut accused of driving across the US wearing adult nappies before assaulting and attempting to kidnap a love rival is to enter a plea of temporary insanity. Lisa Nowak after her arrest. (Telegraph.co.uk)
NASA Report To Show No Proof Of Drunken Astronauts Aug 30, 2007
Nowak will pursue a temporary insanity defense, according court document released Tuesday. The panel's 12-page report last month said: "Interviews with both flight surgeons and astronauts identified some episodes of heavy use of alcohol by astronauts in the immediate preflight period, which has led to safety concerns.". (CBS 11, TX)
Ex-Astronaut To Pursue Insanity Defense Aug 29, 2007
(CBS/AP) Former astronaut Lisa Nowak is pursuing a temporary insanity defense on charges that she assaulted and tried to kidnap a romantic rival, according to a court document released Tuesday. Nowak suffered from major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, insomnia and "brief psychotic disorder with marked stressors," defense attorney Donald Lykkebak wrote. (CBS News)
Nowak to plead insanity Aug 29, 2007
-- Former astronaut Lisa Nowak is pursuing a temporary insanity defense on charges that she assaulted and tried to kidnap a romantic rival, according to a court document released Tuesday. EVIDENCE. (KHOU.com, TX)
Sharpe acquitted in slaying plot Aug 24, 2007
His defense argued that Sharpe had a history of mental illness caused by childhood abuse and used a temporary insanity defense. In his closing argument in the recent case, Stapleton told jurors that Department of Correction and State Police investigators had corroborated Watne's statements that Sharpe offered to hire him to find someone to kill Weiner. (Boston Globe)
Dermatologist faces trial for alleged plot to kill prosecutor Aug 19, 2007
His attorney argued that Sharpe had a history of mental illness caused by childhood abuse, and used a temporary insanity defense. Sharpe attempted to hang himself during his first year of incarceration, and is currently being held at Bridgewater State Hospital. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Phanord Pleads Not Guilty In Animal Cruelty Case Aug 16, 2007
Phanord had been arrested on July 23 for allegedly abusing and setting on fire his pit bull, "Maximus.". As previously reported in Suffolk Life, Phanord allegedly chained Maximus to a tree and set the dog on fire. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Free Will Astrology Aug 15, 2007
19): Welcome to the Season of Temporary Insanity, Capricorn. According to my analysis of the omens, your imminent immersion in lunacy, delirium, and freakiness won't hurt a bit and may even stir up exotic varieties of pleasure and amusement. (City Pages)
Boyhood pal alleged Newell enabler Aug 12, 2007
Let me guess, he will plead temporary insanity because of all the stress he was under. Also, I read that Warren the Sleaze was going for a plea bargain. (The Palm Beach Post)
Common sense flies out the window as fast as books off the shelves Jul 21, 2007
What causes this temporary insanity. Recently, it was the can't-do-without iPhone. (Pensacola News Journal)
* Shoppers fight over bags Jul 7, 2007
Taipei Times - archives. Enter your search terms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Malawi: Judges Reject Mandatory Death Penalty Jun 21, 2007
"The High Court ruling involved the case of Francis Kafantayeni and five other death row inmates at Malawi's high-security prison, Zomba. Kafantayeni was sentenced to death following his conviction in 2002 for admitting to the killing of his two-year-old stepson. In mitigation he claimed to have been acting in a state of temporary insanity induced by smoking cannabis.The High Court judges ruled that the six must now be brought back before the courts for a review of their death sentences. These... (allAfrica.com)
1st degree murder charge sought against Birtzer Jun 20, 2007
Public Forum wrote on Jun 19, 2007 9:35 PM:" Nope, Sorry Travis Hakes - I for one will not be told to "keep my mouth shut" this is a Public Forum and is here for ALL to post comments. It is not a Pity Party Site for this woman who murdered a man. You can create a web page for people who want to only post and read the sugary sweet stuff. When all this shakes down, (and it will) what we have is a woman who murdered a man in cold blood. Unless he was coming at her (he was lying in bed) there will... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hugs, kisses and hijinks — and all at church camp May 17, 2007
Y'know, it's still called temporary insanity, but now the excuse for untenable behavior can be mind altering substances, which is way more idiotic. Way more. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Goodell's iron rule just what NFL needs May 14, 2007
I suspect that the player could have tied the commissioner to his desk for 72 hours, resurrected the ghost of Perry Mason and pleaded temporary insanity after being seen in a strip club in New York the night before his first meeting with Goodell in April. If I were reading tea leaves, I would say that it doesn't look good at the bottom of Pacman's cup about now. (USA Today -- Sports)
Man accused of killing wife to claim temporary insanity May 11, 2007
"Essentially, what we're saying is temporary insanity, in layman's terms," Blackman said. "It's obviously a case where he admitted what he did.". (NEPA News, PA)
Run, here comes Groomzilla Apr 27, 2007
Mr. Bridger discusses his Groomzilla days with the bewildered air of someone recovering from a bout of temporary insanity. A Brooklyn, N.Y.-based writer, actor and bartender, he is now working on a book, tentatively titled A Bride's Guide to Surviving Groomzilla. (Globe and Mail)
Review: Roky Erickson and the Explosives Apr 16, 2007
Erickson seemed to allow himself a bit of temporary insanity during these wild numbers -- it's the way they were meant to be played. ROKY ERICKSON AND THE EXPLOSIVES. Less crazy after all these years. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
History of abuse can sway Apr 11, 2007
It amounts to temporary insanity, he told The Boston Globe at the time. But the legal system's understanding of domestic violence has evolved since then. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
For Girls, It’s Be Yourself, and Be Perfect, Too Apr 2, 2007
And Then One Day, a Letter Arrives Has this all been a temporary insanity. Esther;s friend Colby learned in February that she had been accepted at the University of Southern California. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Internet Dating, Fraud and .... Mar 19, 2007
Recently, Ghanaweb published a story of a Ghanaian lady who used the web to net some $150,000 from her besotted lover in the USA. My initial reaction was to brand the chap a fool but a quick reflection on my own experiences, and those of others I have been privy to learn, endorsed Ambrose Bierces definition of love: a temporary insanity curable by marriage. Even in marriage, many of us are still insane, very insane. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Microsoft off-shoring research Mar 19, 2007
Hey, can I plead temporary insanity. The good thing about being a reporter in the era of the Web and cellphones is you get plenty of feedback. (EETimes)
Mariners' Batista moonlights as author Feb 27, 2007
He also wrote a book that was published last year titled "The Avenger of Blood." It was a story about a 14-year-old serial killer and how the legal system deals with temporary insanity ... "When you write a book about the court of law and one of the most difficult things to prove -- temporary insanity -- you have to spend a lot of time researching it to make the story believable. There were a lot of years of interviewing people, finding answers here and there.". (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
* Mariners pitcher Batista working on second novel Feb 25, 2007
The Avenger of Blood details a 14-year-old serial killer and the US legal system's struggle in defining the concept of temporary insanity ... "I had a defense lawyer tell me the temporary insanity definition changes every day," he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cactus: Unit throws off mound, reports no problems Feb 24, 2007
" Readings from Leo Tolstoy and the Bible are also handy. Not quite the standard literary fare of a baseball clubhouse.Batista is voracious reader because he is a writer -- the first Latin American professional player to publish a book of poetry. This month he is researching his second novel, about scientists and specialists who have been called to Washington, D.C., and to the United Nations to repair a secret government project. The project has gone horribly wrong and is threatening to "bring... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Overheated driver doesn't deserve the ... (Adrienne Washington) Feb 20, 2007
Justice cannot be served by having the mother of three children sit in a prison cell for two years after suffering a fit of temporary insanity on the highway. Her absence at their vulnerable ages of 4, 6 and 8 could create even bigger consequences for society. (Washington Times, DC)
Stunning descent for Nowak Feb 7, 2007
30-day news archives. "Donning a wig, glasses and a trench coat to disguise herself, police said, Nowak followed Shipman from the airport terminal to a dark parking area called the Blue Lot. The officers said Nowak rushed the woman's car, tried to get inside and then attacked her with pepper spray before Shipman sped away to find help. Police said they saw Nowak try to dispose of a duffel bag containing the wig and coat, as well as a BB pistol, steel mallet, 4-inch knife, rubber tubes and... (Florida Today)
Cox is bullish on 'pen Feb 6, 2007
Assuming you good folks survived two weeks of mind-numbing banality disguised as Super Bowl preview/analysis, and aren t incarcerated today for a crime committed in the fog of temporary insanity that can result from Stuart Scott saturation, let s return our focus to Braves baseball and other important matters. A couple of things I heard as the pitching camp got started at Turner Field. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Dark family secrets buried in St. John's Cemetery Jan 26, 2007
In April 1927, a jury in Kings County Court rejected the defense's argument that Caruso suffered from temporary insanity at the time of the killing and convicted him of murder. But he was given a new trial, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and only served seven years of a 20-year sentence. (Astoria Times, NY)
Related: Ford without a road map this time Jan 26, 2007
Time Warner's valuation woes were the product of a period of temporary insanity in the communications industry when, like many other companies, it embraced the faddish concept of media convergence and took over Internet giant AOL.. In fact, Ford's loss fell short of the biggest annual deficit in the auto industry. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Victim of the Nineties Jan 20, 2007
Temporary insanity or whatever else, he doesn t know the consequence of his acts. Well, yeah right. (San Antonio Current, TX)
A tale of remembrance and cold-blooded murder Jan 11, 2007
The jury rejected the defense's argument that Caruso was suffering from temporary insanity and concluded that his actions had been deliberate and premeditated. On April 7, Caruso was convicted of first-degree murder, which carried an automatic death sentence and sent to prison. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
RUDY PETILLA: Keep up the presumption of innocence Jan 7, 2007
In many cases, when a man comes upon his wife with another man, the circumstances can indicate overwhelming rage, temporary insanity that makes him not guilty of murder. Rudy Petilla of Madera is a lawyer. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
