Originally posted by Leonhard
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In order for it to be murder, the prosecution is likely going to have to prove that you INTENDED for the person to get dead.
As OBP has pointed out, it's "elevated" to premeditated murder if you actually planned it out ahead of time.
In order for it to be manslaughter, the prosecution is likely going to have to prove that you (or "a reasonable person") were AWARE that your action would (or could) likely cause death.
In many jurisdictions, the term "aggravated" elevates the crime (and likely penalty) like...
Burglary of an unoccupied dwelling is burglary --- burglary of an occupied dwelling is aggravated burglary, because it adds the element of possible murder or violence to individuals, not just property.
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