What is the classification for a death caused while inflicting bodily harm, when the perpetrator is under an order for protection?

The classification for a death caused while inflicting bodily harm, specifically when the perpetrator is under an order for protection, is appropriately classified as murder in the second degree. This classification reflects the nature of the act, which involves intent to inflict harm that ultimately leads to death.

In Minnesota, second-degree murder is established when a person causes the death of another without premeditation but can be deemed as having acted with intent to cause bodily harm. The condition of being under an order for protection suggests a prior history of violent behavior or threats, which can further support the finding of intent to do harm, even if premeditation is not demonstrated.

This classification distinguishes it from lesser charges such as second-degree manslaughter, which typically involves a lack of intent to kill but may involve reckless behavior that results in death. The fact that the perpetrator was under an order of protection adds a significant factor to the severity of the charge, as it indicates a violation of legal boundaries set in place to protect the victim.