Criminal Homicide Questions (use CRAC essay method)

Conclusion- state the answer to the call of the question

Rule- state the law, statute, rule, definition, etc. that applies to the fact pattern

Application/Analysis- apply the facts to the rule above to show the reader how you came up with/prove your conclusion.

Conclusion- conclude again

1. Kurt robs a convenient store at gunpoint. As the cashier hands him money out of the cash register, Kurt hears a siren and runs outside, stuffing the money in his pockets. He sees a dark alley and dashes into it. While he crouches there waiting for the police to leave, a homeless person living in the alley taps him on the shoulder. Startled, Kurt spins around and shoots and kills the homeless person. Is this felony murder? Explain your answer.

2. Johnnie decides he wants to kill Marcus, the leader of a rival gang. Johnnie Knows that Marcus always hangs out in front of the gas station on Friday nights. Johnnie puts his gun in the glove compartment of his car and drives to the gas station on Friday night. He sees Marcus standing out front. He slowly drives by, takes aim, and shoots Marcus from the car, killing him. Could this be first-degree murder? Explain your answer.