What is homicide?
Homicide is the killing of another human being. The definition of homicide includes intentional killings, such as murder, and not intentional killings, such as manslaughter.
Common Types of Homicide
- Murder (First or Second degree)
- Manslaughter (Voluntary or Involuntary)
- Spousal Homicide
- Child Homicide
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Parricide
- Serial Killing
If You are Accused of a Homicide
There are often severe consequences if you are convicted: - Imprisonment (state prison)
- It could be on your record for life
- Probation or parole
- Loss of the right to possess deadly weapons
- Loss of occupational licensing
- Loss of right to vote
- Significant fines
Likelihood of any of the above consequences depends on the following factors: - Prior convictions
- Mitigating/aggravating circumstances
- Currently on probation or parole
- Degree of media attention on the case
- Type of weapon used
Accused of a Homicide?
If you are accused of committing a homicide, you should speak to a criminal defense attorney immediately to learn more about your rights, your defenses and the complicated legal system.
Family Members of Homicide Victims
If you are a family member of a homicide victim you should call the police. If there is sufficient evidence, the police will then forward your case to the District Attorney's office to prosecute the person who committed the homicide against your family member. If you are interested in bringing a civil lawsuit for money against the person who committed the homicide against your family member, learn more at Wrongful Death. Vea esta página en español: Homicidio o visita Abogados-Leyes.com para más información legal.
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