Involuntary Manslaughter/18 U.S.C. Sec. 1112 is a type of homicide that is committed through reckless disregard for human life. It is a crime that is considered less serious than murder, but nevertheless punishable by law. Involuntary Manslaughter can be broken down into two different types: 1. Unlawful Act Manslaughter: This type of involuntary manslaughter is committed when a person engages in an illegal act such as a battery, and the act results in the death of another person. 2. Misdemeanor Manslaughter: This type of involuntary manslaughter is committed when a person commits a lawful act, but in a reckless or negligent manner resulting in the death of another person. In both cases, the accused must have been aware of the risk posed by the unlawful or reckless act, or else the death cannot be considered involuntary manslaughter. In the United States, the punishment for involuntary manslaughter is usually a prison sentence of up to 8 years, depending on the state’s laws. The punishment for involuntary manslaughter may also include fines, restitution, or community service.