The Felony-Murder Rule Refers to Situations in Which

question 51

Multiple Choice

The felony-murder rule refers to situations in which

• A)one defendant is held criminally responsible for a homicide committed by another principal while committing a dangerous felony.
• B)one defendant is held criminally responsible for a homicide that is provoked by the actions of another principal while they are fleeing the commission of a misdemeanor.
• C)all principals to a violent misdemeanor that results in a homicide are held accountable for murder.
• D)a murder is committed by an ex-felon on parole

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Definitions:

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