§ 2501.  Criminal homicide.

(a)  Offense defined.–A person is guilty of criminal homicide if he intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or negligently causes the death of another human being.

(b)  Classification.–Criminal homicide shall be classified as murder, voluntary manslaughter, or involuntary manslaughter.

Cross References.  Section 2501 is referred to in section 5708 of this title; section 4503 of Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure).