Manslaughter
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Legal Consequence
Manslaughter carries less legal penalty than murder since it lacks intent. His sentence was reduced to manslaughter, not murder.
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Accidental Harm
Manslaughter implies the killer didn't plan to kill, often accidental or negligent. The hunter faced manslaughter charges for the accidental shooting.
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Emotional Weight
Discussions of manslaughter can be sensitive due to the topic of death. She couldn't discuss the manslaughter case without tears.