A trial for first degree murder is conducted in a criminal court and is considered a _____.
A) negligence
B) felony
C) tort
D) misdemeanor

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A trial for first degree murder is considered a felony, which is a serious criminal offense punishable by more than one year of imprisonment. Negligence and torts are civil matters, and misdemeanors are less serious criminal offenses punishable by one year or less of imprisonment.

A Trial for First Degree Murder Is Conducted in a Criminal