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?

A. Andrew’s use of a gun
B. Andrew’s killing of another person
C. Andrew’s criminal record
D. Andrew’s age


D. Andrew’s age

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