felony murder

American  

noun

1. a killing treated as a murder because, though unintended, it occurred during the commission or attempted commission of a felony, as robbery.

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Example Sentences

“When you combine accomplice liability, felony murder, and the death penalty, it is a toxic stew,” professor Maria Kolar, of Oklahoma City University School of Law, told me.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

Brown’s victory helped clear the way for others convicted of felony murder to also go home.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2023

White pleaded guilty to escape in exchange for a felony murder charge involving Vicky White’s death being dropped and agreed to the maximum sentence of life without parole.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2023

Casey Cole White, 39, entered the plea agreement in Lauderdale County Court, avoiding a June trial on the felony murder charge.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2023

The jury was unable to reach a consensus regarding the felony murder charge, and a mistrial was declared on that count.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone