Question

If a person knowingly causes the death of another person after deliberation on the matter, that crime is termed

second degree murder.
first degree murder.
third degree murder.
fourth degree murder.

Answer 1

- First-degree murder

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First-degree murder is premeditated, and often times deliberated beforehand.

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- Second-degree: A second-degree murder refers to the unpremeditated, but intentional killing of another person.

- Third-degree: Less serious felonies; almost always eligible for a probationary sentence.

_"Fourth degree:" This is known as involuntary manslaugther; no intention to kill but a negligent or careless act leads to the death.