mentally disabled
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According to The Associated Press, the victim’s nephew identified him as Tuncer Cihan, who he said was mentally disabled.
From New York Times ● Jan. 28, 2024
Sir Richard, who previously criticised the 2022 execution of mentally disabled Nagaenthran Dharmalingam, said Tangaraju's case was "shocking on multiple levels".
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2023
“The county failed to implement and maintain proper procedures to engage mentally disabled individuals, including Stanley Wilson Jr.,” the claim said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2023
His most searing works were influenced by the birth of Oe’s mentally disabled son in 1963.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 13, 2023
Many judges, prosecutors, and defense lawyers do a poor job of recognizing the special needs of the mentally disabled, which leads to wrongful convictions, lengthier prison terms, and high rates of recidivism.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
