I have a loved one who has schitsophrenia. He's on medicine to calm his mind and body. He's done a few things that were harmful to him and us. Should he be responsible if he's not in his right mind?
They should be put in a mental health facility and prescribed anti psychotic medication .I worked in a New York State mental health facility for 28 years .When patients are on the medication they are fine .The problem with violent Schizophrenics is that when they are released many of them fail to take their medication.I knew one guy that was released returned home, but did not take the prescribed medication and gouged his mother’s eyes out .
Legal adjudication required here. Mens rea or actus reus. Unintentional action or premeditation.
Depending on the state you live in, if he is incapable or knowing the difference between right and wrong, OR is unable to conform his actions to the law...then he will not be punished. However, if he is a danger to himself or others he may have to be committed