
Manslaughter
Legal Consequence
Manslaughter carries less legal penalty than murder since it lacks intent.

His sentence was reduced to manslaughter, not murder.
Accidental Harm
Manslaughter implies the killer didn't plan to kill, often accidental or negligent.

The hunter faced manslaughter charges for the accidental shooting.
Emotional Weight
Discussions of manslaughter can be sensitive due to the topic of death.

She couldn't discuss the manslaughter case without tears.
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