Ch. 1 Ethics and Law
determine what society’s values should be regarding right and wrong and creates rules to go along with those values.
Ethics
which is more severe, "Class A Misdemeanor" or a "Class B Misdemeanor"?
Class A Misdemeanor
what is domestic violence?
any reckless form of physical or mental abuse between family or household members
explain the difference between the plaintiff and the defendant
plaintiff: the person who brings a case against someone else to court (the person who initiates the suing)
defendant: the individual who is being sued/accused
consists of rules of conduct established by the government to maintain stability and justice in society.
Laws
Crimes are grouped under 3 headings, what are they?
1. crimes against people
2. crimes against property
3. crime against business interests
True or false: First-degree murder is intentional. meaning, premeditated/planned in advanced
TRUE
This is from the court to STOP certain actions and cease contact with an individual
protective order
what do you call someone who commits a tort?
What is the "Golden Rule" when it comes to ethical decision making
"do unto others what you would have them do to you"
treat others how you would like to be treated
What is the difference between Voluntary and Involuntary Manslaughter?
1. Voluntary: one person intends to kill another but does so suddenly
2. Involuntary: no intent of killing while committing an unlawful act.
What is battery?
unlawful touching of another person
Teachers and health professionals are called _______________ reporters because they are required to report any suspicion of abuse of children to the authorities.
mandated
what is intentional torts and can you give an example?
a wrong that occurs when a person knows and desires the consequences of his or her act.
assault, battery, trespassing, nuisance, deceit, defamation
what are the 3 ways ethical decisions are made?
1. based off feelings and opinions
2. The Greatest Good decision
3. The Golden Rule
list the 4 crimes against property
1. burglary
2. larceny
3. robbery
4. arson
What is the difference between larceny and robbery?
larceny: taking someone else's property with the intent to keep it for yourself
robbery: stealing from the actual person
explain prima facie
what are the 4 rights you have by simply being a member of society?
1.The right to be free from bodily harm
2.Th right to enjoy a good reputation
3.The right to conduct business without unwarranted interference
The right to have one’s property free from damage or trespass
1. Federal and state Constitutions (The US Constitution)
2. Common Law (based on earlier court cases)
3. Statutory Law (found in state and federal statues. Passed by a governing body created for that purpose)
4. Court Decisions (courts make law through the common law tradition, by interpreting statutes, and by judicial review)
5. Administrative Regulations (they can make their own rules, enforce them, investigate their rules, and decide the guilt or innocence of those who violate)
to claim self-defense, what must you do?
•Person must retreat (if possible before resorting to force)
•Person must not be the one who started the altercation
•Person must not use more force than was necessary to stop the unprovoked attack.
What are the 4 defenses people can claim against crimes?
1. insanity
2. entrapment
3. self-defense
4. defense of family members
at what age can juvenile's that commit heinous crimes be charged as adults?
14