(b) For the purposes of this section: (i) “Criminal negligence” shall mean: Conduct which is such a departure from what would be that of an ordinary prudent or careful person in the same circumstance as to be incompatible with a proper regard for human life or an indifference to consequences.... View More 
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
Under Title 18 USC Code Section 3613(b), the term "Criminal negligence" is defined as conduct that significantly departs from what an ordinary prudent or careful person would do in the same circumstances, to the extent that it shows a lack of proper regard for human life or indifference... View More
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