Kip Kinkel murdered his parents and went on a shooting spree at his high school in 1998. He displayed symptoms of schizophrenia such as delusions and hallucinations. He also showed signs of depression such as keeping a journal describing how much he hated himself. This report analyzes Kip's competency to stand trial and recommends pleading not guilty by reason of insanity due to his apparent psychological disorders. Medicating Kip during the trial could help prove he has a mental illness.