Generally speaking, in Virginia, there are five basic homicide crimes in Virginia: capital murder; first degree murder which includes some felony murders; second degree murder which includes other felony murders; voluntary manslaughter; and involuntary manslaughter. All of the capital murders require proof of premeditation plus proof of another specified element. The first degree murders are of three kinds: by an enumerated means, premeditated and in the course of specific serious felonies. Malicious, unprovoked killings are second degree murders, as are killings in the course of felonies other than those sufficient for first-degree felony murder. Voluntary manslaughter is provoked intentional killing. Involuntary manslaughter can occur in the reckless doing of a lawful act or in the doing of an unlawful, but non-felonious act.
As usual, every law has exceptions. Consult with a Charlottesville attorney to get the full scoop.
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