Czolgosz Trial

The Czolgosz Trial involved Leon Czolgosz, who assassinated President William McKinley in 1901. After being arrested, Czolgosz was charged with murder and brought to trial. During the proceedings, experts examined his mental state, as some believed he was mentally ill, which could influence his responsibility. Czolgosz admitted to the killing, stating he did it to promote anarchy. He was found guilty of murder and sentenced to death. His trial highlighted early discussions about mental health in criminal cases and the use of the death penalty for severe crimes.