TCA 39-13-211

Voluntary manslaughter

FELONY BClass B Felony

Sentence enhancement may apply

What does this charge mean?

Voluntary manslaughter is intentionally or knowingly killing another person while in a state of passion caused by adequate provocation that would cause a reasonable person to act irrationally. Punishment ranges from 8 to 30 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines.

Penalty Details

ClassificationClass B Felony

Maximum Jail8-30 years

Maximum Fine$25,000

Penalty SummaryClass B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000

(a) Voluntary manslaughter is the intentional or knowing killing of another in a state of passion produced by adequate provocation sufficient to lead a reasonable person to act in an irrational manner. (b) Voluntary manslaughter is a Class B felony.

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