How do jurors typically respond in cases where someone is accused of causing a death or serious harm, particularly in cases involving mental health issues?

In cases involving death or serious harm, jurors typically have a strong inclination to hold defendants responsible regardless of mitigating circumstances. Defense attorney Safa Robinson Ferrer explains that jurors naturally want accountability when someone has passed away as a result of another's conduct. In the specific case of Bianca Ellis, who is accused of stabbing a three-year-old boy named Julian, Ferrer believes there is a significant likelihood that jurors will still hold her responsible to some extent, despite any mental health considerations that might be presented. This highlights the challenging balance between mental health factors and accountability in the justice system.