Panhandling
Panhandling IS legal for the Salvation Army.
True or False
True.
True or False: All gang activity is violent.
False.
What does a violent video game look like?
A game that includes fighting, weapons, or harm to characters
True or False: Everyone agrees victimless crimes have no harm.
False
How many People Are involved in Prostitution?
2 or More.
What is "Aggressive Panhandling" ?
Asking for money in a threatening, persistent, or intimidating way.
True OR False
A parent can be punished if their child is in a gang
True.
True or false. Does video games increase aggression cognition, trigger aggressive behaviors such as bullying, spreading gossip & minor fights at school?
True
What is a victimless crime?
Crimes involving willing adult participants who don’t see themselves as victims.
What is a common place where prostitution may occur?
Streets, hotels, or online platforms.
What part of the U.S. Constitution is often used to defend panhandling as a right?
The First Amendment (freedom of speech).
What may be common symbol gangs use to identify themselves?
Colors, tattoos, hand signs, or graffiti.
What is The Catharsis Theory?
When people play violent games, they are able release they aggression into the virtual world instead of the real world.
What are examples of victimless crimes?
Public drunkness, drugs use, gambling and etc.
What is one reason people enter prostitution?
Poverty, coercion, lack of opportunity, or trafficking.
Why have courts struck down some anti-panhandling laws?
Because they violate free speech rights.
True or false.
Cities banned gangs members from public places, particularly city parks.
True
What does an “M” rating stand for?
Mature. 17+
These types of crimes involve consensual nonviolent behavior and are debated in criminal law
Victimless Crimes
What is a common legal consequence for solicitation/ Prostitution?
Fines, jail time, or probation.
Name one alternative cities use instead of banning panhandling.
Outreach programs, shelters, or social services.
What is the difference between a street gang and organized crime?
Street gangs are often localized and less structured; organized crime is more formal and widespread.
What is one example of a civil lawsuit involving video games
A family suing a company claiming harm caused by a game.
These two thinkers that debated whether criminal law should enforce morality or protect individual freedom
hint * check your textbook*
Who are John Stuart Mill and Sir James Stephen?
What U.S. state has counties where prostitution is legal under regulation?
hint *check the book*
Nevada