A punishable offense against society
What is Crime?
Under 7
What is incapable of forming criminal intent
Crimes that do not involve force or violence
What is white-collar crime?
Materially altering
Government can do this to compel a witness to testify
Can a person be guilty of a criminal and a civil act with the same act.
What is yes they can?
7 to 14 years of age
Theft
What is Larceny?
Offering or giving anything of value to influence performance of an official
What is Bribery?
Actions that interfere with the administration of justice.
What is contempt of court?
Lie under oath
What is perjury?
16-19
What is tried as an adult?
Two variation of Larceny
What is robbery & burglary?
Blackmail
What is extortion?
If they did not read you your Miranda Rights the defense you would have is
What is a procedural defense?
Standard of proof in a criminal case
What is Proof beyond a reasonable doubt?
If you voluntarily become intoxicated or drugged
What is you are held responsible?
Receives stolen property?
What is fence?
Agreement between two or more persons to commit a crime
What is conspiracy?
Plea bargain has to be approved by
What is the judge of the court?
Elements of a Criminal Act
What is Duty, Violation of the Duty, Criminal Intent?
Constitutional Rights
What is a right to be represented by a lawyer, have probable cause, right to refuse to testify against oneself?
What is false pretenses?
Illegal burning of a building
What is Arson?
The use of the force that appears to be reasonably necessary to the victim to prevent death, serious bodily harm, rape, or kidnapping
What is self-defense?