Everyday Crimes
What is the usual punishment for jaywalking (crossing the street illegally)?
A small fine or warning
What happens if a student is late to class several times?
They might get a warning or detention
In Singapore, what can happen if you litter or chew gum in public?
A fine or community cleaning
In Switzerland, it’s illegal to own just one guinea pig. Why?
They get lonely, so you must have two
What can happen if someone steals a car?
Jail time or probation
What can happen if you speed while driving?
You get a ticket or pay a fine
What’s a common punishment for not doing homework?
Losing points or doing extra work
In Thailand, what can happen if you step on money (with the King’s image)?
A fine or warning for disrespect
In Canada, it’s illegal to scare what large animal?
A moose
What is the punishment for breaking into a store or house?
Arrest and possible jail time
If you litter in public, what’s a common punishment?
A fine or community service
What happens if a student cheats on a test?
They may get a zero or detention
In Japan, what’s the usual punishment for shoplifting small items?
A fine or community service
In Australia, what can you be fined for wearing on your head while driving?
A costume mask
If someone lies to get money, what crime is that and what’s the punishment?
Fraud — fines or prison
What happens if someone parks in a no-parking zone?
They can get a ticket or be towed
What is the usual consequence for breaking school property?
They must pay for it or face suspension
In the U.S., what happens if you don’t pay taxes?
You may owe large fines or face court
In the U.K., what can happen if you feed pigeons in some cities?
You can get a fine
If a person hurts someone on purpose, what crime is that?
Assault — jail or community service depending on how serious
What might happen if someone uses a phone while driving?
A fine, points on license, or temporary suspension
If a student breaks a major school rule, what might the principal do?
Suspension or parent contact
In Sweden, if someone drives drunk, what happens?
They lose their license and may go to jail
In Venice, Italy, what can you get fined for doing at historic fountains?
Swimming or washing your feet
What can happen if someone starts a fire on purpose that damages property?
Arson — long prison sentence and fines