Homicide Investigations and Legal Definitions

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to homicide investigations discussed in the lecture.

Lizard's Mouth

A location associated with a homicide case of Nicholas Markowitz.

Alpha Dog

A film based on the real-life murder of Nicholas Markowitz.

Premeditated Murder

An intentional killing planned in advance.

Forensic Pathologist

A medical doctor who examines bodies to determine cause and manner of death.

Jurisdiction

The authority to govern or legislate; important in determining legal responsibility for a crime.

Victim Identification

The process of confirming the identity of a deceased individual.

Manner of Death

Categories of death that include natural, homicide, suicide, and accidental.

Homicide

The act of one person killing another.

First Degree Murder

A murder that is premeditated and intentional.

Second Degree Murder

A murder without premeditation, often in the heat of the moment.

Manslaughter

A lesser charge for killing without malice or premeditation.

Accidental Death

A death resulting from unintentional injury.

Suicide

The act of taking one's own life.

Death Certificate

A legal document that states the cause and manner of death.

Autopsy

A thorough medical examination of a deceased body to determine cause of death.

Putrefaction

The decomposition of body tissues after death.

Toxicology

The study of the effects of drugs and poisons on the body.