Question

In general,according to common law,first-degree murderers and second-degree murderers could be executed.

true
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Answer 1

First-degree murder

Any intentional murder that is willful and premeditated with malice aforethought. Felony murder, a charge that may be filed against a defendant who is involved in a dangerous crime where a death results from the crime,Is typically first-degree.

Second-degree murder is defined as an intentional killing that was not premeditated. In some states, second-degree murder also encompasses “depraved heart murder,” which is a killing caused by a reckless disregard for human life. Second-degree murder is often seen as a catch-all category for intentional or reckless killings that do not fall within a state’s definition of first-degree murder

Although the act of killing may be the same in first-degree murder and second-degree murder, the mental state of the defendant at the time of the crime is different. Second-degree murder requires that the defendant acted impulsively, and without premeditation, but with an intent and understanding of his actions.

So above statement is true , they can be executed but it's not necessary that they are executed