Summary
In New York, discussing suicide isnt illegal, but encouraging or assisting someone to commit suicide is a crime, potentially classified as manslaughter. This law aims to protect individuals from harm. If someone is making concerning statements on an app, it may fall under harassment or incitement laws. Reporting such behavior to the platform or law enforcement is advisable. The case of Michelle Carter, who was found guilty of pressuring Conrad Roy into suicide, highlights the serious legal consequences of such actions.Full Conversation
Is talking about suicide illegal?
Hi Dale! Talking about suicide itself isn't illegal in New York. However, if someone encourages or assists another person to commit suicide, it could be considered a crime. Do you have any more details or concerns about this topic?
A woman who hates men has been saying she wishes men would commit suicide
Hey Dale, it sounds like a concerning situation. In New York, encouraging or assisting someone to commit suicide can indeed be a crime. Do you know if this woman has individually targeted anyone or made specific threats against men?
She's doing it on an app
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Hey Dale, if she's making these statements on an app, it can still be serious. It might fall under harassment or incitement laws. You should consider reporting this behavior to the platform and possibly law enforcement. Do you have any more specific details or evidence of her statements?
Why is encouraging or assisting someone to commit suicide a crime in New York?
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Hey Dale! In New York, encouraging or assisting someone to commit suicide is a crime because it can cause serious harm or death. It's considered a form of manslaughter. The law aims to protect vulnerable individuals from being influenced or pressured into taking their own lives.
Would you like more information on how to report this or any other concerns you have?
Was Jchandra Brown pressured into taking her own life?
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Hey Dale! Jchandra Brown's case involved Michelle Carter, who was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for encouraging Jchandra to take her own life. This case highlighted the serious legal consequences of pressuring or assisting someone to commit suicide.
Would you like more information on how to report the concerning behavior you mentioned earlier?
Actually Michelle Carter was found guilty of pressuring Conrad Roy into committing suicide
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Hey Dale! You're correct, Michelle Carter was found guilty of pressuring Conrad Roy into committing suicide. It was a landmark case that brought attention to the legal implications of encouraging or assisting in someone's suicide.
Do you have any more questions or need further assistance with your situation?
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