- (a) Offense defined.— A person is guilty of criminal homicide if he intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or negligently causes the death of another human being.
- (b) Classification.— Criminal homicide shall be classified as murder, voluntary manslaughter, or involuntary manslaughter.
Cross References. Section 2501 is referred to in section 5708 of this title; section 4503 of Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure).