How to pronounce “justifiable homicide”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• (law) A homicide that is allowed by law because it is necessary to prevent death or serious bodily harm.
• (law) A homicide that is allowed by law because it is carried out by a public official in the performance of their duties.

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