Felony murder

Felony murder

A special class of criminal homicide whereby an offender may be charged with first-degree murder whenever his or her criminal activity results in another person's death.

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felony murder

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A special class of criminal homicide whereby an offender may be charged with first-degree murder whenever his or her criminal activity results in another person's death.

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