Criminology theories
Elements of an offence
Pre-trial procedure
Roles in the courtroom
SURPRISE
100
Which theorist would argue that criem is human beings were driven primarily by self-interst and free will.
Who is Becarria
100
Crimes of ommission or commission
What is actus reus
100
this can happen at any point of the trial. One goal might be to save court time.
What is plea-bargaining
100
The burden of proof required in a criminal trial
What is beyond a reasonable doubt
100
This defence stems out of self-defence but doesn't require the defence to result from an immanent threat.
What is BWS
200
This theory asserts that humans make a calculation between pleasure and pain and punishments need to ensure a greater pain to ensure compliance to laws.
What is the hedonistic calculus
200
The reason for doing something and not an element of an offence
What is motive
200
this is a hearing to determine if there is enough evidence to go to trial
What is a bail hearing
200
It is my job to raise doubt about the guilt of the accused
What is the Defence attorney
200
This is a partial defence that might result in the reduction of a murder charge to manslaughter.
What is intoxication
300
Social isolation in an urban setting
What is Anomie
300
acting carelessly without regard for consequences
What is negligence
300
This informs the accused of the charge and tells them when to appear in court. It is issued by a police officer.
What is an appearance notice
300
We return a verdict after listening to the facts of the case. We are not involved in sentencing.
What is a jury
300
This individual prepares the pre-sentence report and presents it to the judge during sentencing.
Who is the probation officer
400
I aruged that criminals are atavistic
Who is Lombroso
400
This element of mens rea means the act was deliberate
What is intention or intent
400
This is a signed promise that the accused will pay a certain value of money if they fail to appear in court.
What is a recognizance
400
I am the representative of the state. The burden is mine to prove guilt.
What is the Crown
400
This goal of sentencing is the justification behind punishments like the death penalty
What is deterrernce
500
This system according to Marx is blamed for crime and criminal activity.
What is Capitalism
500
In sports like hockey, even though there may be intent, the inccident might not result in a charge because of this defence.
What is consent
500
When the accused's charges are read. At this point the accused has the opportunity to determine what court they would like to be tried in.
What is an arraignment
500
I am the trier of law, and in a case without a jury, the trier of fact.
What is the judge
500
This prison sentence is for minor offences and is served on the weekends.
What is intermittent sentencing
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