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The Len Bias Tragedy
- Len Bias, a promising basketball player, died of an accidental cocaine overdose after being drafted by the Boston Celtics.
- This led to the implementation of "Len Bias laws", which hold drug suppliers responsible for overdose deaths.
Evolution of Criminal Responsibility
- Historically, criminal responsibility was determined by the consequences of actions, regardless of intent.
- Later, the concept of "mens rea" (guilty mind) emphasized the importance of intention in determining guilt.
Progressive View of Crime
- In the early 20th century, social science highlighted how environmental factors influence criminal behavior.
- This led to a progressive view that emphasized rehabilitation over retribution.