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The Laws of New York
Consolidated Laws of New York
CHAPTER 40
Penal
PART 3
Specific Offenses
TITLE H
Offenses Against the Person Involving Physical Injury, Sexual Conduct, Restraint and Intimidation
ARTICLE 125
Homicide and Related Offenses
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SECTION 125.20
Manslaughter in the first degree
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SECTION 125.15
Manslaughter in the second degree
Penal (PEN) CHAPTER 40, PART 3, TITLE H, ARTICLE 125
§ 125.15 Manslaughter in the second degree.

A person is guilty of manslaughter in the second degree when:

1. He recklessly causes the death of another person; or

3. He intentionally causes or aids another person to commit suicide.

Manslaughter in the second degree is a class C felony.