Classifications of Crimes
Major crime punishable by imprisonment or death.
Felony
Using force to protect oneself.
Self defense
Form of stealing that costs American consumers billions of dollars each year.
Shoplifting
A minor who "misbehaves" (ex. truancy, running away, cussing) is called a:
Unruly Child
Performing an illegal act against society is known as a:
Crime
Unlawful killing of another human being with malice aforethought.
First degree murder
If a law enforcement officer induces a law-abiding citizen to commit a crime, it may be used as a defense to excuse the defendant.
Entrapment
Malicious causing of damage to property.
Vandalism
When parents are responsible for damages caused by their children:
Parental liability
Another name for the government that charges an alleged criminal and brings them to court.
Prosecution/Prosecutor
Classification of a crime that is less serious than a misdemeanor
Infraction
The test we use today to prove criminal insanity:
American Law Institute (ALI)
Another term for a juvenile that commits a crime.
Delinquent Child
Children under the age of _____ are considered incapable of commiting crimes.
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Define and explain a definite sentence
The court gives you an exact number of years to serve but it can be lessened.
Unlawful removal or restraint of a person.
Kidnapping
A police officer arrests Jennifer and proceeds to question her without reading her the Miranda Rights. If she answers the questions, they will not be admissible in court due to which defense?
Procedural defense
When a juvenile temporarily borrows a car without the owner's permission.
Grand theft auto
The difference between drag racing and joyriding.
Drag racing: unauthorized racing of 2 or more vehicles
Joyriding: taking a motor vehicle temporarily without permission of the owner
The individual being tried in court is known as the:
Defendant
While committing a felony, you take one's life. It was not planned but you are still charged with 1st degree murder. This is known as:
The test used during the common law era to prove insanity.
M'Naghten Rule
Government/court will be legal protector of citizens unable to protect themselves.
Parens Patriae
Prima Facie Evidence:
Concealment of articles on an individual is regarded as an "intent to steal." Defendant carries the burden of proof.
The doctrine which gives the government the ability to restrict some of your fundamental rights to better protect society.
Doctrine of Public Policy