Criminal Law
What are the 3 elements of a crime?
Actus Reus
Mens Rea
Causation
What are some protected categories an employer cannot discriminate against you for?
Race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, family status, veteran/ military status, sexual orientation, source of income, immigration, and citizenship status
How many jurors does the prosecution need to convince in a criminal trial?
12
How much of a security deposit can your landlord collect from you?
Furnished rental: 4 months total
Water, food, shelter
What is the burden of proof you have to convince the jury in a criminal case?
Guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
What type of degree does a university offer?
Bachelors: 4 year degree
Masters: 6 year degree
Doctorate: 8 year degree
Who files charges against the defendant?
the Prosecution
What are some reasons you can be evicted?
How much of your paycheck should you spend on your needs?
70%
What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
Felony: more serious crime punishable by more than 1 year in state or federal prison
Misdemeanor: less serious crime punishable by less than 1 year in county jail
Marcus is obsessed with cars. He spends hours watching videos about engines and likes helping fix his family’s car when something goes wrong. What vocational program should he look at?
what are the 2 types of attorneys?
criminal and civil
How long of a notice should you give your landlord when terminating a lease?
At least 30 days
Consumers have rights when spending money, this means that companies cannot:
Lie to you
Fake results
Sell fake stuff
Trick you with hidden fees
Sell things that don't work
Advertise one thing and deliver another
Why is voluntary intoxication (being drunk) a defense to first degree murder?
Because first degree murder is a specific intent crime (2 mens reas) and that is hard to prove if you are drunk
How many hours do you need to work to receive overtime pay?
More than 8 hours a day, or more than 40 hours a week
What is the 4th amendment?
Protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures
When can your landlord use your criminal history to discriminate against you?
If you are a threat to the health and safety of the other tenants
What is credit
your reputation with money
What is penal code §496(a)
What is the federal minimum wage?
$7.25/ hour
Cite the Miranda Warning in its entirety
Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law
You have the right to an attorney
If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you
Do you understand the rights I have just read to you?
With these rights in mind, do you wish to speak to me?
What is the implied warranty of habitability?
Consent is not possible if someone is