Charges in Killing of Pregnant Woman and Unborn Child
A New Hampshire man has been charged with killing a pregnant woman and her unborn child, marking the first time the state has charged someone with murder in the death of a fetus.
Key Points
- Fetus defined as a person for criminal prosecution at 20 weeks of development and beyond
- Kelly indicted on two counts of second-degree murder
Pros
- Justice for the victims
- Legal recognition of the fetus as a person in criminal prosecution
Cons
- Tragic loss of life
- Potential long legal process