Although Zhou Minshi's actions had enraged the public, Liao Yanling's application for a judicial psychiatric evaluation on her behalf wasn't illegal.
The results came out quickly, and as Lawyer Bai had anticipated, Zhou Minshi was indeed diagnosed with paranoid personality disorder.
In simple terms, she was a paranoid.
Many of her past behaviors and manifestations fit the definition of paranoid, and to gain the public's trust, the judicial authorities conducted two consecutive assessments, inviting several top-notch psychiatrists for a joint evaluation, and made the final conclusion.
Meanwhile, Liao Yanling wasn't idle. She and Lawyer Bai visited the homes of all the victims. Except for the family of the girl who had committed suicide unable to bear the pain of medication, who kicked them out, most others chose to take the money and settle.
Zhou Minshi had been diagnosed with a mental illness, so suing her was pointless; it was better to take some tangible benefits instead.
