Read the chart left to right
| Mental element | Culpable homicide (s.299) | Murder (s.300) |
|---|---|---|
| Intention to kill | Limb 1 | Clause 1 |
| Intention to cause injury likely to kill | Limb 2 | Clauses 2 and 3 (higher degree) |
| Knowledge that death is likely | Limb 3 | Clause 4 (imminent danger, no excuse) |
Exceptions to s.300
- Grave and sudden provocation
- Exceeding the right of private defence in good faith
- Public servant exceeding powers in good faith
- Sudden fight without premeditation
- Consent of a person above eighteen
Punishment
- Murder — section 302
- Culpable homicide not amounting to murder — section 304 (two parts, depending on intention or knowledge)