Born Alive Rule

Question 1

Born Alive Rule

Answer 1

Traditionally an infant had to be born alive to be a victim of a homicide crime, meaning that the infant must be completely expelled from his mother and show independent signs of vitality.

Question 2

Born Alive Rule Statutes

Answer 2

A number of states have abrogated this rule by statute by extending protection to unborn children as potential victims of homicide crimes.