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- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/09%3A_Criminal_Homicide/9.05%3A_Second-Degree_MurderThis page explains second-degree murder, distinguishing it from first-degree murder. It describes second-degree murder as non-premeditated, involving implied malice and depraved heart murder, which is...This page explains second-degree murder, distinguishing it from first-degree murder. It describes second-degree murder as non-premeditated, involving implied malice and depraved heart murder, which is marked by recklessness and indifference to life. The text notes that reckless actions, such as impaired driving, can raise charges from manslaughter to second-degree murder.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/09%3A_Criminal_Homicide/9.01%3A_HomicideThis page details the definitions and legal implications of homicide, feticide, and suicide. It explains that homicide, the killing of one human by another, is not always criminal, and distinguishes b...This page details the definitions and legal implications of homicide, feticide, and suicide. It explains that homicide, the killing of one human by another, is not always criminal, and distinguishes between justifiable, excusable, and felonious homicide. The page also covers the evolution of feticide laws and mentions that while suicide is typically not criminal, assisted suicide may be, with its legality upheld by the US Supreme Court.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/08%3A_Inchoate_Offenses/8.04%3A_End-of-Chapter_MaterialThis page explores inchoate crimes—attempt, conspiracy, and solicitation—highlighting their focus on preventing criminal conduct. Key concepts include the requirement for substantial steps in attempts...This page explores inchoate crimes—attempt, conspiracy, and solicitation—highlighting their focus on preventing criminal conduct. Key concepts include the requirement for substantial steps in attempts, the agreement in conspiracy, and urging in solicitation. It discusses legal principles and rulings, including overturning convictions due to insufficient evidence and the challenges of proving conspiracy.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/09%3A_Criminal_HomicideThis page introduces criminal homicide, detailing types such as murder (including first-degree, second-degree, and felony murder) and manslaughter. It provides foundational knowledge of legal categori...This page introduces criminal homicide, detailing types such as murder (including first-degree, second-degree, and felony murder) and manslaughter. It provides foundational knowledge of legal categories and definitions related to homicide, setting the stage for further exploration.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/09%3A_Criminal_Homicide/9.07%3A_End-of-Chapter_MaterialThis page explores homicide law, distinguishing between criminal homicide categories like murder (first and second-degree) and manslaughter (voluntary and involuntary). It examines the concepts of mal...This page explores homicide law, distinguishing between criminal homicide categories like murder (first and second-degree) and manslaughter (voluntary and involuntary). It examines the concepts of malice, intent, and premeditation through various case scenarios, prompting the reader to evaluate court decisions.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/09%3A_Criminal_Homicide/9.06%3A_ManslaughterThis page explains the differences between murder and manslaughter, emphasizing the absence of malice in manslaughter. It covers voluntary manslaughter, which arises from serious provocation, and invo...This page explains the differences between murder and manslaughter, emphasizing the absence of malice in manslaughter. It covers voluntary manslaughter, which arises from serious provocation, and involuntary manslaughter, categorized by lack of intent (reckless or negligent). Examples of negligent behavior leading to fatalities and specific cases, like vehicular manslaughter, illustrate these concepts.
