Manslaughter Charges in Southern Minnesota

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Manslaughter can be charged as voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary suggests that there was intention behind the act, but it may not have been premeditated. Involuntary suggests that the act was committed without any intention but was due to disregard for the life of another person. A heat of passion killing is the perfect example of involuntary manslaughter, as the person who committed the killing did not get into an altercation with the other party to kill them.

Regardless of the type of manslaughter you are charged with, you require honest and skilled representation that has your best interest at the center of it all. Just because something may have happened doesn’t mean there aren’t circumstances surrounding the matter that could lead to a much better outcome than you would have without a competent Minnesota criminal defense lawyer working with you.

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There are two charges of manslaughter: First Degree Manslaughter and Second Degree Manslaughter. Criminal Vehicular Homicide also qualifies as manslaughter.

If charged of First Degree Manslaughter, it is most likely because the death of another was caused intentionally in the heat of passion, such as during an assault. This is also the charge when the killing occurred during the commission of a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor. Death can be caused directly or indirectly. It can also be the charge if the delivering, exchanging, bartering, distribution, or administration of a controlled substance leads to someone’s death.

Second Degree Manslaughter is the charge when the death of another occurs due to an unreasonable risk being created by an individual. An individual can also be charged with Second Degree Manslaughter if they have an out of control animal that attacks and kills another person.

In the case of criminal vehicular homicide, it is the charge when negligent driving causes the death of another individual. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and then being involved in an accident that causes someone else’s death will result in a criminal vehicular homicide charge in addition to DWI-related charges.

Whatever the charge, your criminal defense attorney will be by your side to reveal the facts and create a strategic defense based on those facts so that you can have the best possible outcome in the matter.

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Manslaughter, while not as serious as murder, can still pack some serious consequences. A conviction can lead to years in prison and a criminal record that follows you around for the rest of your life. If you have been accused of manslaughter, it is important to defend yourself aggressively with the help of a skilled, award winning criminal defense attorney. Call 507-625-5000 for a free consultation.

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