A criminal act committed against a victim who dies later may be followed by other noncriminal acts that contribute to the victim's death. If, however, the crime is a _______________________________________ contributing to that death, it may be judged the legal cause.

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A substantial factor is a significant cause that contributes to the outcome, and in legal terms, it can be considered the legal cause of the victim's death if it significantly contributed to it.

A Criminal Act Committed Against a Victim Who Dies Later