Punishments
This type of punishment involves a monetary penalty for breaking the law
What is a fine?
This crime involves causing serious bodily injury to another person, often considered a violent felony
What is aggravated assault?
This legal right allows individuals to refuse to answer questions or provide information that may incriminate them
What is the right to remain silent
the criminal act of burning or setting somthing on fire
What is Arson
A minor crime, typically punishable by a fine or imprisonment for less than one year.
What is a Misdemeanor
Offenders may be required to complete unpaid work for the community as a form of punishment
What is community service?
This term refers to a person who assists another in committing a crime, even if they do not directly participate in the crime itself
What is aiding and abetting?
This right ensures that individuals accused of a crime have the right to be represented by an attorney, and if they cannot afford one, a lawyer will be provided by the state.
What is the right to legal counsel
the unlawful taking of property from another's possession with the intent to permanently take it
What is Larceny
an offense punishable by more than one year in prison
What is a Felony
Instead of prison time, this form of supervision allows individuals to live in the community under certain conditions
What is probation?
This crime involves intentionally setting fire to property, either to cause damage or as part of a scheme
What is arson?
This right ensures that individuals accused of a crime have their trial conducted without unnecessary delays and is open to the public for transparency.
What is the right to a speedy and public trial
When someone is paid off or given something like money
What is Bribery
What is the term for a financial penalty imposed for violating a law or regulation?
What is a Fine
This common punishment for serious crimes involves incarceration in a jail or prison.
What is imprisonment?
This term describes the unlawful physical attack or threat of harm against another individual, often resulting in minor injuries.
What is assault/battery?
This right ensures that individuals accused of a crime can see and challenge the evidence presented against them in court
What is the right to confront witnesses
What is the term for a crime involving deception to secure an unfair or unlawful gain, often by misrepresenting the truth?
What is False pretenses
What is the term for the state-sanctioned practice of executing a person as punishment for a crime?
What is the Death Penalty
This punishment requires offenders to compensate victims for losses or damages caused by their actions.
What is restitution?
This term describes an attempt to commit a crime, even if the crime was not completed.
What is aggravated assault
This right ensures that individuals accused of a crime are judged by a jury of their peers, free from bias or prejudice
What is the right to an impartial jury trial
What is the term for the act of possessing property that one knows is stolen, with the intent to keep or sell it?
What is receiving stolen property
What is the term for the state of being confined in prison?
What is Incarceration