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Sociology Exam 3
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Criminology
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11/07/2016

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Term
Manslaughter
Definition
The unjustifiable, inexcusable, and intentional killing of a human being without deliberation, premeditation, and malice. Theunlawful killing of a human being without any deliberation, which may be involuntary, in the commission of a lawful actwithout due caution and circumspection.
Term
Non-negligent manslaughter 
Definition
the willful (non-negligent) killing of one human being by another. 
Term
Simple assault
Definition
the attempt to cause serious physical harm to another individual. It also refers to causing the individual to be in fear or apprehension of an imminent battery. 
Term
Aggravated assault 
Definition
  • Used a deadly weapon during the assault
  • Attempted to cause the victim serious bodily harm
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