Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Alternative Verdict — Reduction from Murder to Manslaughter — Section 179(2) of the Criminal Procedure Law

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Murder may be reduced to manslaughter where intent is not proved. The principle applies to criminal procedure. The court has discretion. The rule allows appropriate punishment. The killing must be unintentional. The principle is well-established.

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