Terms
a reasonable ground for belief
probable cause
Wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.
Fraud
the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another.
murder
the unlawful taking of another person's property with the intent to permanently deprive them of it, where the value of the property is below a certain threshold
Petty Theft
A person who knowingly aids another in the commission of a crime also is guilty of criminal wrongdoing.
accomplice
at criminal law, a legal position that allows the defendant to escape criminal liability
defense
Theft or misappropriation of funds placed in one's trust or belonging to one's employer.
Embezzlement
where a person is taken to demand money
kidnapping
an unlawful act that intentionally creates a reasonable fear of physical harm in another person, or an attempted violent injury where the offender has the present ability to inflict harm.
simple assault
the right of the accused criminal to be represented by a lawyer.
Right to Counsel.
agreement with prosecutor allowing defendant to plead guilty to a lesser crime than the more serious one he or she likely would be charged with
plea bargain
the act of buying or selling a company's securities using material, non-public information (MNPI) that could significantly impact the stock price if it were known to the public.
Insider trading
the action of taking property unlawfully from a person or place by force or threat of force.
robbery
the act of being visibly impaired by alcohol or drugs in a public place, which can lead to arrest and criminal charges, though laws vary significantly by state.
public intoxication
requires fair procedures during an investigation and in court.
constitutional right to due process
defenses that disprove, justify, or otherwise excuse the alleged crime
substantive defense
The concealment of the origins of illegally obtained money, typically by means of transfers involving foreign banks or legitimate businesses.
Money laundering
the criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property.
arson
a misdemeanor offense involving behavior that disturbs the public peace, such as fighting, making loud noises, or using offensive language.
disorderly conduct
There will be a jury if either the state prosecutor or the defendant requests one. There will be a jury if either the state prosecutor or the defendant requests one.
Right to a trial by jury
action that hinders the administration of justice in court
contempt of court
the act of offering or accepting money or something of value with the intent to improperly influence a person's behavior or actions, particularly in a professional or official capacity.
Bribery
wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.
fraud
the unlawful entry onto someone else's property without permission, which can be a civil wrong (tort) or a criminal offense.
trespassing
What constitutional rights would you have if you were accused of a crime?
the right to remain silent