Prosecutors seek the public’s views on mercy killings and failed suicide pacts – Crown Prosecution Service

Posted January 14th, 2022 in assisted suicide, consultations, Crown Prosecution Service, homicide, murder, news, prosecutions, suicide by tracey

‘The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is seeking views on a proposed update to legal guidance on homicide, to assist prosecutors considering the public interest when dealing with suspects in deaths arising out of failed suicide pacts and so called “mercy killings”.’

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Crown Prosecution Service, 14th January 2022

Source: www.cps.gov.uk