According to Most States, When Can a Defendant Be Held

question 8

Multiple Choice

According to most states, when can a defendant be held responsible for the murder of a fetus?

• A) at any time
• B) when the defendant knew the woman was pregnant
• C) when the fetus is viable
• D) after the second trimester of pregnancy

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Allowance Method

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