There would likely be a police investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the death, and to determine whether the shooting was accidental or intentional.
In which US state is the story set? As a minor, your protag could be charged with causing the death of another person whether it was intentional or not, depending on the outcome of the investigation. In some states she may be charged as an adult, so the location is important.
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Date: 2025-03-02 01:55 am (UTC)In which US state is the story set? As a minor, your protag could be charged with causing the death of another person whether it was intentional or not, depending on the outcome of the investigation. In some states she may be charged as an adult, so the location is important.