Is a fact finder required to consult with an expert before making a decision?
"New York", United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Parmes, 114 Misc.2d 503, 451 N.Y.S.2d 1015 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 1982):
The fact finder must decide the issue of legal responsibility. The expert's opinions are not binding on the fact finder but are offered for its guidance. Dougherty v. Milliken, 163 N.Y. 527, 533, 57 N.E. 757.
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