Ontario woman not criminally responsible for mother’s death Psychiatrist notes lapses in judgment

An Ontario woman, Michelle Campbell, who was found not criminally responsible for the 2016 murder of her mother, recently purchased a car without informing her treatment team. Campbell, diagnosed with schizophrenia, has shown lapses in judgment, such as breaching court orders and buying the vehicle, which raised concerns among her mental health professionals about her potential threat to public safety. The Ontario Review Board highlighted her limited insight into her actions and the serious nature of her past offense, while continuing her conditional discharge. Despite being compliant with medication, her ongoing stress and mental health issues pose risks for reoffending.

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