Types of Murder
The Death Penalty is all based on the crime that was committed. Currently, there are three main types of murder, 1st Degree, 2nd Degree, and 3rd Degree Murder. 1st is worst type of murder, while 3rd is not as bad.
1st Degree Murder- murder that is carried out with the planned and deliberate intention of killing somebody
2nd Degree Murder- 1) an intentional unplanned killing, usually resulting because of "heat of passion"; or 2) a killing caused by an offender's lack of concern for human life
3rd degree murder- a killing that resulted from a depraved heart or extreme recklessness