Second-Degree Murder Defense Lawyers
Second-degree murder is the killing of another person with either the intent to kill or the intent to inflict such serious bodily harm that death would be the likely result. Second-degree murder doesn’t require premeditation or deliberation. To convict someone of second-degree murder, the prosecution must prove:
- that the conduct of the defendant caused the death of the victim;
- that the defendant had the intent to kill or the intent to inflict such serious bodily harm that death would be the likely result;
- that the killing was not justified; and
- that there were no mitigating circumstances.
Charged? Count on Us
Like first-degree murder, second-degree murder charges will change your life. You don’t take your freedom for granted, and neither will we. As criminal defense lawyers, we’ve defended people against charges of serious violent crimes since 1992. If there is one thing we could say about our practice, it’s that we do not take our job defending others lightly.
Call (888) JCLAW-10 or send us an email. We offer a free consultation. If you’ve been charged with second-degree murder, give us a call today.
