Phrases with «voluntary manslaughter»

Voluntary manslaughter is when someone intentionally kills another person, but they are not fully responsible for their actions. It happens when the person is provoked or threatened in a way that would make a reasonable person lose control and react violently. It is considered a less severe crime than murder, but it is still a serious offense. Full definition

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Sentences with «voluntary manslaughter»

Wiggins, however, had objected to the trial judge charging the lesser - included offense of voluntary manslaughter. (groselawfirm.com)
Within 19 hours of the incident, Kerrick was charged with felony voluntary manslaughter. (si.com)
A week later a new grand jury with the full 18 members indicted Kerrick on voluntary manslaughter charges, which carry a minimum prison term of three years. (si.com)
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Phrases with «voluntary manslaughter»

Sentences with «voluntary manslaughter»

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