1. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a thorough analysis and conclusion on the case regarding SSgt James. First, I will put forth all essential unbiased facts on the case. Then, I will pronounce the issue at stake and the applicatory rules that are at risk of being violated followed by an analysis and firm conclusion. 2. SSgt James of the 101st Security Forces Squadron at Olson AFB, CO has been married for 8 years to his wife, Pam. A few days out from deploying to Kabulistan, SSgt James left base for lunch one day to visit Pam, who claimed to be sick that morning, at home. Upon arrival, he found his co-worker, SSgt Dwight, in bed with Pam. SSgt Dwight sat up and called SSgt James stupid for never taking notice of the affair that …show more content…
Andy and SSgt James came to an agreement that SSgt James would turn himself in immediately. As he climbed into his truck, he loaded his handgun and began to drive towards Pam’s sister’s house where he anticipated Pam to be located. SSgt James was driving 45 mph in a zone with a speed limit of 25 mph. As a child chased a soccer ball into the street in front of SSgt James’ truck, SSgt James was unable to stop in time resulting in a collision with the child. The child died upon impact. SSgt James continued to Pam’s sister’s house without hesitation. He arrived at the house with his loaded handgun and shot Pam in the head, killing her instantly. 3. There are many issues at hand. First, what type of homicide occurred at SSgt James’ house when SSgt James killed SSgt Dwight? Further, was there adequate provocation regarding SSgt James’ actions? Next, what type of homicide occurred on the street when SSgt James’ car collided with and killed the child? To what degree of negligence was he acting in accordance with? Lastly, what type of homicide occurred when SSgt James killed his wife? Did SSgt James have the opportunity to