Intentional homicide is a crime characterized by the intent of the perpetrator to cause the death of another person. In this case, the central element is the intent, that is, the deliberate will to kill. It is a very serious crime, severely punished by the Italian penal code.
Negligent homicide differs in that there is no intention to kill. This type of crime occurs when the death of a person is caused by negligence, imprudence, or incompetence. The penalty varies depending on the specific circumstances of the case and whether there were violations of specific rules.
Preterintentional homicide occurs when the perpetrator's action is intentional, but the fatal outcome exceeds the original intentions. In other words, the aggressor intended to cause physical harm but not death, which nevertheless occurred. This type of homicide is situated between intentional and negligent in terms of severity and penalties.
"Understanding the different types of homicide is essential for adequate legal defense."
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