Andrew is a 25-year-old male with a prior criminal record.He is accused of shooting and killing another a person who was attempting to kidnap his 5-year-old daughter from a playground.Which element would be considered a mitigating circumstance?

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Andrew's age is a mitigating circumstance because it suggests that he may not have fully developed the capacity for rational decision-making and may be less culpable for his actions.

Andrew Is a 25-Year-Old Male with a Prior Criminal Record