Model Penal Code Section 210

Model Penal Code Section 210 pertains to criminal homicide, defining various categories such as murder, manslaughter, and negligent homicide. It distinguishes between intentional killings, recklessly causing death, and deaths resulting from criminal negligence. The section emphasizes the nature of the offender's state of mind—intent or recklessness—as central to determining the severity of the offense and applicable penalties. This framework helps legal systems assess culpability and assign appropriate punishment based on the circumstances surrounding a death.