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HB 1232 Involuntary manslaughter; unintentionally causing death of fetus punishable thereas.

Introduced by: R. Steven Landes | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Unintentional causing death of fetus punishable as involuntary manslaughter. Provides that any person who, during the commission of a crime or during conduct that shows a reckless disregard for human life, unintentionally causes an injury to a woman who is pregnant, resulting in the death of her fetus, is guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Physicians acting in good faith in the performance of their duties are not liable under the section.


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