Law Commission consultation on homicide offences - Chapter 11: "Mercy" and consensual killings - Ministry of Justice

Chapter 11: "Mercy" and consensual killings

Consultation Question 17

We provisionally conclude that a separate homicide offence for mercy or consensual killings is not justified.

Do consultees agree?

Yes (a separate homicide offence for mercy and consensual killings is not justified) No (a separate homicide offence for mercy and consensual killings is justified) Other (please specify)

Please expand on your answer