Familial Homicide
/fuh-MIL-ee-uhl homicide/
Definitions
- (n.) The unlawful killing of a family member by another family member, often involving considerations of intent, domestic relationships, and motive.
The defendant was charged with familial homicide after unlawfully killing his sibling.
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Familial homicide is distinguished from general homicide by the familial relationship between perpetrator and victim, which may impact charges and sentencing.
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