Types of Punishment
Types of Crime
Famous Criminals
Definitions
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What is incarceration?
Incarceration is the deprivation of liberty through imprisonment in a jail or prison.
100
"Somebody broke into the village hall. They climbed through a window. They didn’t steal anything but smashed some chairs and tables."
What's the crime?
Vandalism
100
Who was Al Capone?
Al Capone was a notorious American gangster and crime boss who rose to power during the 1920's and 30s
100
What is the definition of murder?
The unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another.
200
What is capital punishment?
Capital punishment, also known as the death penalty, is a legal process in which a person is put to death as a punishment for a crime.
200
"My friend Jack was walking home a few nights ago, and a couple of men attacked him in the street and took his wallet and his mobile. They pushed him to the ground and hurt his arm. The police arrested two men the following day"
What's the crime?
mugging
200
Who was the "Night Stalker"?
The "Night Stalker" was Richard Ramirez, a serial killer and rapist who terrorized Southern California in the mid-1980s.
200
What is the difference between prison and jail?
Jails typically house people convicted of misdemeanors, whereas prisons house those convicted of felonies.
300
What is community service?
Community service is a form of punishment in which a person is required to perform a certain number of hours of service to the community as a form of retribution for a crime
300
"A woman stole jewellery worth 100 pounds from a shop in the town centre. She asked to see some necklaces and earrings, and then put them into her bag while the shop assistant wasn’t looking and ran out of the shop."
What's the crime?
Shoplifting
300
Who was the "Zodiac Killer"?
The "Zodiac Killer" was a serial killer who committed a series of murders in Northern California in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The identity of the Zodiac Killer remains unknown.
300
What is the legal definition of manslaughter?
Manslaughter is a crime that involves the killing of another person, but without premeditation or intention. It is considered a less serious offense than murder.
400
What is electronic monitoring?
Electronic monitoring is a form of punishment in which a person is required to wear an electronic device, such as an ankle bracelet, that tracks their movements and activities
400
A thief who steals things out of pockets or bags, especially in a crowd
A pick pocket
400
Who was "Jack the Ripper"
Jack the Ripper was an unidentified serial killer who predominantly targeted female prostitutes living and working in the ghetto of the East End of London around the 1880s.
400
What is the definition of criminal intent?
Criminal intent refers to the mental state in which a person commits a crime, with the intention of breaking the law.