Neuroethics Publications

Author(s)

Stephen J. Morse

Document Type

Journal Article

Date of this Version

7-20-2011

Abstract

Some believe that genetics threatens privacy and autonomy and will eviscerate the concept of human nature. Despite the astonishing research advances, however, none of these dire predictions and no radical transformation of the law have occurred. Advocates have tried to use genetic evidence to affect judgments of criminal responsibility. At present, however genetic research can provide little aid to assessments of criminal responsibility and it does not suggest a radical critique of responsibility.

Date Posted: 28 June 2012