MURPHY, Chief Judge.
The question presented is whether, under the common law of Maryland, the crime of manslaughter may be committed when an infant, born alive, dies shortly thereafter as a result of wounds criminally inflicted upon the infant's pregnant mother.
I.
On June 1, 1987, the appellant Williams and Lamont Jones became embroiled in an argument over a photograph which allegedly depicted Williams engaged in sexual activity with Jones's girlfriend...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.