The Homicide Act 1957 (UK)

The Homicide Act 1957 is a UK law that amended how homicide cases, particularly murder and manslaughter, are treated. It introduced the concept of "provocation," allowing defendants to claim they were provoked into committing a killing, which could reduce a murder charge to manslaughter. This act aimed to address cases where a sudden loss of self-control contributed to the crime. Additionally, it established clearer categories for different types of homicide, helping to ensure fairer trials and sentencing in serious cases involving loss of life.