The inclusion of a lesser charge is not at all unusual. Defense always tries to push the envelope and it’s another issue for appeal. It is disadvantageous to the defense, but it makes sense.
>>>>The inclusion of a lesser charge is not at all unusual. Defense always tries to push the envelope and it’s another issue for appeal. It is disadvantageous to the defense, but it makes sense.<<<<
If you mean the child abuse charge as the “inclusion of a lesser charge,” then I see what you’re saying. But if manslaughter is the included lesser charge, then the def would know about that upfront and it wouldn’t necessarily be disadvantageous to them nor would it be an issue for appeal...? You see where I’m getting confused? (If you DO see, let me know okay? LOLOL)
Does anyone know if the jury can acquit on Murder 2 and be hung on manslaughter?