Murder on my Mind
What is the key difference between murder and voluntary manslaughter?
Murder requires malice/intent, manslaughter happens in sudden passion.
Theft by taking is defined in which O.C.G.A. code?
O.C.G.A. § 16-8-2
Which O.C.G.A. law defines self-defense?
O.C.G.A. § 16-3-21
True or False: Assault requires physical contact.
False.
What is the punishment for murder in Georgia?
Life imprisonment, life without parole, or death.
Which O.C.G.A. section defines murder?
O.C.G.A. § 16-5-1
Which crime requires force or intimidation: theft or robbery?
Robbery.
What does “stand your ground” mean in Georgia?
No duty to retreat if you’re legally allowed to be there.
Which O.C.G.A. code defines battery?
O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23.1
What’s the minimum charge for shoplifting under Georgia law?
Theft by shoplifting (O.C.G.A. § 16-8-14).
Give an example of involuntary manslaughter.
Firing a gun into the air at a party and accidentally killing someone.
Burglary requires entering what?
A building, dwelling, or structure without authority, with intent to commit a felony/theft.
True or False: You must try to run away before defending yourself in Georgia.
False.
Give an example of simple assault.
Raising a fist and threatening to hit someone.
What’s the difference between simple battery and family violence battery?
Family violence battery occurs between household members, dating partners, or relatives.
What does “malice aforethought” mean in Georgia law?
Intent to kill or extreme disregard for human life.
What’s an example of robbery by sudden snatching?
Grabbing a purse directly out of someone’s hand.
What type of threat must exist to use deadly force legally?
Reasonable belief of death, serious bodily harm, or a forcible felony.
What is the difference between battery and aggravated battery?
Aggravated battery involves causing serious injury, disfigurement, or loss of body part.
Which O.C.G.A. defines robbery?
O.C.G.A. § 16-8-40
Which crime is killing without intent, usually through negligence or reckless acts?
Involuntary manslaughter.
Which O.C.G.A. defines burglary?
O.C.G.A. § 16-7-1
Give a real-life example where “stand your ground” could apply.
Someone attacks you in a parking lot, you defend yourself without retreating.
Which law defines simple assault?
O.C.G.A. § 16-5-20
True or False: Burglary requires theft to be completed.
False — only intent to commit a crime is required.