Can someone get sent to jail even though they have a disorder?

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Can someone get sent to jail even though they have a disorder?
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if someone has like a bipolar disorder can they still get sent to a regular jail for doing something wrong?
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thats not fair..

jenfo

Yes, they can. These disorders have no meaning to the law. You may be abe to plead it as a defense in court, though.

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