Categories of Crimes
Jaywalking & Littering are examples of :
Infractions/ Violations (either is acceptable or both)
_____________: Operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding the legal limit.
DUI (Driving Under the Influence) (either is acceptable)
___________ Crimes are violations of state laws that are investigated by local and state law enforcement and decided by state courts.
State
________: The person who commits the crime
Principal
These crimes are typically punishable by shorter jail sentences, probation, fines, or a combination of these penalties.
Misdemeanor(s)
______ __________: Running a red light, speeding, or parking in a restricted area.
Traffic Violation /Infraction
___________ misdemeanor carries a penalty of up to 180 days in jail and a maximum fine of up to $2,000.
Class A , Class B or Class C
Class B
An ___________ is someone who aids a criminal after the crime has been committed, like by helping them escape or conceal evidence, and is not typically present during the crime itself
Accessory
Starting a fire with the intention to cause damage or destroy property
Arson
_________: Taking someone’s life with premeditation or extreme recklessness.
Murder
________ Crimes is a violation of federal law that occurs when criminal activity crosses state lines or affects interstate commerce.
Federal
An ____________ is a person who commits a criminal act on behalf of another person or entity, but does so unknowingly, unintentionally, or under force or coercion
Innocent agent
__________: Causing property damage, such as graffiti, valued at less than $400.
Vandalism
_________: Illegally entering a building with the intent to commit theft or another crime inside.
Burglary
_______ __________ is a serious offense defined as manufacturing, delivering, or possessing an illegal drug with the intent to deliver.
Drug trafficking
_________ _________ is a method of holding someone liable for another’s crime.
Accomplice Liability
__________ are often associated with more severe punishments, including lengthy prison sentences and substantial fines.
Felonies / Felony
the unauthorized removal of merchandise from a store without paying for it, or intentionally paying less for an item than its sale price.
Shoplifting
____________ Felony: This can result in prison sentences of five to 99 years and fines of up to $10,000. It’s possible to receive probation if you’ve never committed a crime before. Examples include aggravated robbery or kidnapping.
Capital Felony, First Degree, Second Degree, Third Degree
First Degree
An _____________ is someone who actively participates in a crime by assisting the perpetrator during its commission, often being present at the crime scene.
Accomplice