Murder in the second degree is a lesser included offense of murder in the first degree. Manslaughter in the first degree is a lesser included offense of murder in the first degree and murder in the second degree. Manslaughter in the second degree is a lesser included offense of murder in the first degree, murder in the second degree, and manslaughter in the first degree.

Have a question?
Click here to chat with a criminal defense lawyer and protect your rights.

Source: SL 2005, ch 120, § 436.