Vickie frantically thrashing out in deep water obviously

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Stan is a 32-year-old stockbroker. While on vacation he is sunning himself on the beach. He hears a shout and sees Vickie frantically thrashing out in deep water obviously in trouble. Stan is a former collegiate swimming champion with a working knowledge of life-saving techniques. He stands on the beach and casually watches while Vickie drowns a short distance away. When asked why he didn't try to save her he says, "I didn't want my sun block to wash off." Traditionally, at common law, is Stan guilty of a crime and, if so, which? Stan is guilty of Aggravated Murder in not going to Vickie's aid. Stan is guilty of Reckless Homicide Stan is guilty of Negligent Homicide Stan is guilty of nothing. He was under no "duty to act".

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