Joshua R. Saunders recently presented at the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan Summer Training Central held at the Otsego Resort and Golf Club in Gaylord, Michigan, on August 2, 2025. Attorney Saunders delivered a comprehensive presentation titled "The Sexsomnia Defense: Law, Medicine, and Strategy".
The presentation explored the complex intersection of medical science and criminal defense, addressing the unique challenges of defending clients who may have engaged in sexual contact while in a sleep state. Saunders examined the legal framework surrounding sexsomnia as a defense, the current medical understanding of parasomnia disorders, and strategic considerations for attorneys handling these challenging cases.