Episode 97: 50 Weeks Pregnant? When an Online Story Raises Real Concerns

Lauren and Lacey start this episode of The Lawmas Podcast with another look at the Lindsay Clancy case and a discussion about whether the possibility of the death penalty can influence plea negotiations. They also talk about the Idaho murders case and why requiring a defendant to explain what happened as part of a plea could matter to victims' families.

Then, the conversation turns to a woman gaining attention online for claiming to be nearly 50 weeks pregnant with twins. Lauren and Lacey discuss the difficult questions the situation raises about mental illness, involuntary commitment, and when family members, healthcare professionals, or others should intervene before someone potentially becomes a danger to themselves or others.

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