R v Nette
How old was the Victim?
95 years old
What took place for the homicide to take place?
A hockey fight
What is culpable homicide?
Culpable is an individual is responsible and at fault
What is murder?
Murder is a type of homicide defined by intention to kill
Was the defendant found guilty?
Yes Nette was found guilty
Was Smithers found guilty?
Yes
What is non culpable homicide?
Non culpable means an individual is not at fault for their actions
How many types of murder are there in Canada?
Two, first and second degree
What was Nette convicted of?
Second degree murder
How did he die?
He died from a rare airway blockage
What is homicide?
A person commits homicide by directly or indirectly causing the death of another human being
What is first degree murder?
First degree is premeditated and intending to kill
What was Nette's original intention?
To rob her house
1978
murder, manslaughter and infanticide
What is second degree murder?
Any intentional murder that is not planned
How did the victim die?
Asphyxiation
where was Cobby kicked during the fight?
His stomach
What is the punishment for non culpable homicide?
There is no punishment
What is the punishment for 1st degree murder?
Life in prison 25 years no parole