What’s the Difference Between First-Degree and Second-Degree Murder in California?
California defines murder as the unlawful killing of a human being with malice or intention. When facing a murder charge in California, the state has a total of three murder charges that can be brought against a defendant: first-degree, second-degree, and capital murder. To secure a conviction, the prosecution must prove that a person deliberately killed another person, whether premeditated or not. At Dod Law, APC, we can provide representation for all three degrees of murder charges. Depending on the facts of the case and the severity of the crime, a trained criminal defense attorney can work to negotiate a plea deal or get the charges reduced. In this article, we will discuss the three types of murder charges in…
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