U.S. v. Scholl, No. CR 95-576 (D.Ariz.) (959 F.Supp. 1189) (February 27, 1997) (Judge Roslyn O. Silver)
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This case is noted for its extended discussion of the admissibility of expert testimony to establish a "compulsive gambling disorder defense." Before trial, the Government moved to preclude the use of such testimony, citing a list of cases that have precluded the use of such a defense in criminal …
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