There you are, enjoying a family barbecue. Sure, the macaroni salad left much to be desired, but why is everyone suddenly vomiting? And why are you now certain it's up to you to save the world? This is the story of one man's descent into Tom Clancy-esque delusions, complete with carjackings and imaginary skydiving. He was sure he was working for the FBI and the CIA, when in fact he was just full of PCP.
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03/01/22 • 43 min
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Ridiculous Crime - It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s the PCP Superspy
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Ridiculous Crime is a production of My Heart Radio Elizabeth Dotton. You know what's ridiculous? Oh yeah, totally. Um. Did you know that when you breathe a cow and a bison, it's called a beefalo. I'd heard that. I didn't think that that was true. Yeah, that's true. Beef laggers and tig ins and beefalo. Oh my, al right, well you know it's also ridiculous. What Oh yes, PCP is absolutely ridiculous, ridiculous. It is possibly the most ridiculous dru
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s the PCP Superspy Top Questions Answered
What charges was Walter Scott facing and how did he plead?
Walter Scott pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity to charges of attempted robbery and unlawful driving.
Did Walter Scott choose a jury trial or a judge trial?
Walter Scott waved his right to a jury trial and opted for a judge trial.
What was Walter Scott's defense for his actions?
Walter Scott claimed he was acting out of self-preservation and fear, not criminal intent.
What was the verdict under California law for Walter Scott?
Under California law, Walter Scott was found guilty on two counts of attempted unlawful driving.
How did the Court of Appeals reevaluate Walter Scott's case?
The Court of Appeals reevaluated the case and determined that the defendant's actions were justified due to his involuntary intoxication from a hallucinogen.
What played a role in the court's decision regarding Walter Scott's case?
Mistake of fact and delusion caused by involuntary intoxication played a role in the court's decision.
Does California law allow certain individuals to avoid criminal liability?
Yes, California law allows for certain individuals judged as incapable of committing a crime to avoid criminal liability.
What doctrine did the court cite to justify Walter Scott's actions?
The court cited the doctrine of necessity to justify the defendant's actions.
Can PCP usage absolve a person of criminal liability?
Yes, PCP usage can absolve a person of criminal liability for their actions.
What is the "Twinkie defense" mentioned in relation to a previous case?
The "Twinkie defense" refers to a previous case where a high-fat, high-sugar diet was claimed as a causal factor for crimes committed.
What was MTV's first music video and second music video?
MTV's first music video was "Video Killed the Radio Star," and the second one was Pat Benatar's "You Better Run."
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