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Manslaughter: Accidental Death with Criminal Implications

Involuntary manslaughter is a serious crime that occurs when someone unintentionally causes the death of another person through their reckless or criminally negligent actions. A conviction for involuntary manslaughter carries a sentence of 15 years i… Read More
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Categories: Murder
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What Is Assault with Intent to Commit Murder?

Assault with Intent to Commit Murder is a felony that occurs when someone assaults another person intending to kill them. It is a specific intent crime, which means the jury must find the defendant actually intended to kill the victim to find them gu… Read More
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Categories: Assault, Murder
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What’s the Difference Between 1st and 2nd Degree Murder?

Murder is the crime of killing another person. In Michigan, murder charges are separated into different degrees, based primarily on whether a person intended to take another person’s life. A Michigan murder charge is serious and requires a thorough… Read More
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The Difference Between Manslaughter and Murder

Murder and manslaughter are both crimes that involve the taking of another person’s life and are some of the most serious criminal charges a person can face. A conviction carries severe penalties that can change the course of your life and, in the… Read More
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