different crimes
What is a crime?
Crime is considered an act against the public. Crimes are laws in the united states that you cannot go against or you could face punishment
What are the elements of crime?
A crime is defined by two elements, the criminal act and the required state of mind
What is manslaughter?
The unlawful killing of another human not on purpose
What is larceny?
The unlawful taking and carrying away of the personal property of another with the intent to deprive the owner of the property
What is shoplifting?
The act of stealing goods from the store
What is a prosecutor?
the government attorney who presents the case in court against the person accused
What are major criminal law defenses?
Self-defense, Mistake, Insanity, Entrapment, Justifiable force, etc..
What is battery?
The unlawful touching of another person is known as battery, and it usually involves the forceful use of a person's hand, knife, or gun.
What is embezzlement?
the wrongful taking of another's property by a person who has been entrusted with that property.
What are the major crimes committed against people?
Murder, rape, arson, domestic violence, robbery, homicide, sexual assault, kidnapping, etc.
What is a felony?
A felony is a major crime punishable by imprisonment or death
What is self-defense?
When people have a good reason to believe they are in danger of serious injury or death, they can use force to protect themselves
What is assault?
An assault is an attempt to commit a battery. Pointing or shooting a gun at someone is an assault
What is robbery?
The wrongful taking and carrying away of the personal property of another through violence or threats
What are the major crimes committed against property?
burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
What is a misdemeanor?
A less serious crime with a less severe penalty
State criminal Law
Each state has inherent police power, allowing it to make statues to protect the public health, safety, welfare, and morals
What is kidnapping?
The unlawful removing or restraint of a person against his or her will
What is arson?
The willful and malicious burning of the dwelling house of another
What are major crimes that involve controlled substances?
drug charges, drug possession, possession on marijuana, drug trafficking, and etc.
What is Treason?
the crime of betraying one's country, by attempting to kill or overthrow the government.
What is murder?
murder is the unlawful killing of another human
What is burglary?
breaking or entering of another person's home, the intent to commit a felony
What is vandalism?
willful or malicious damage to property
crimes involving controlled substances
Alcohol, Drugs, more..