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2501 – Criminal Homicide | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania Title 18 Section 2501 defines criminal homicide and its classifications, including murder and manslaughter, with key legal provisions.

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2501 – Criminal Homicide

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 2501

Summary

Pennsylvania's Title 18 Section 2501 defines criminal homicide as causing the death of another person intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, or negligently. It classifies criminal homicide into murder, voluntary manslaughter, or involuntary manslaughter. The law also references related legal procedures and classifications.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania Title 18 Section 2501 defines criminal homicide and its classifications, including murder and manslaughter, with key legal provisions.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.