What is auto theft?
The taking of a vehicle owned by another without getting consent to use it first.
murder that is planned out and committed
1st degree
A misdemeanor is typically a crime punishable by less than 12 months in jail.
misdemeanor
What is the first step in a criminal case?
Investigation
what is the role of the police for criminal court?
Gather evidence, testify, make arrests
theft that involves violence, intimidation, or threats.
Robbery
The intentional, unlawful killing of another person, but without any premeditation crimes of passion.
second degree murder
what determines the type/class of misdemeanor something is
amount of damage either physically or financially
What is the correct order of crimes from least to most serious?
violation, misdemeanor, felony
what is the role of the judge
be a mediator
When a person uses another persons identity for the gain of something.
Identity theft
the crime of killing a human being without malice aforethought, or otherwise in circumstances not amounting to murder
Manslaughter
Conduct that disturbs the peace is called what
disorderly conduct
If Midas breaks into a house that isn’t his and looks around but doesn’t take anything, what crime did he commit?
Burglary
what is the role of the jury
decide the outcome of the case
Involves break-ins committed during any hour during the day
Burglary
unintentional killing of someone while committing a crime
Voluntary manslaughter
It’s an act intended to create fear in the victim but doesn’t physically harm or touch them.
assault
Once time has passed after a crime has been committed, what is generally needed before the police can arrest a suspect?
what are the two types of defendants
accessory, principal
Most common type of theft
if someone taps someone's back and they fall down the stairs and die what type of murder?
involuntary manslaughter
What things convert a misdemeanor into a felony
Amount of damages, status of victims, evidence of aggravated behavior, and prior criminal record.
Which group or person in a criminal case does the prosecuting attorney most directly collaborate with, since they share similar goals and will work together across many cases over time?
Police
who has the responsibility to represent the victim
prosecution