Types Of Crimes
This type of crime involves physically harming another person ( assault, battery )
What is a Violent Crime?
This term refers to the mental state or intent to commit a crime.
what is mens rea?
This defense claims the accused was somewhere else when the crime occurred
what is an alibi?
This is the first court appearance where the accused is informed of the charges against them
What is an arraignment?
A common punishment for minor crimes, involving payments as a penalty
what is a fine?
Theft,Burglary, and arson are all examples of this category of crime
What is a property crime?
This is the physical act of committing a crime
what is actus reus?
When someone commits a crime to protect themselves from danger this is known as what?
what is self defense?
The decision by a grand jury that there's enough evidence to charge someone is called
Instead of jail time, a judge may sentence a defendant to this, allowing them to remain in the community under supervision
what is probation?
Crimes like fraud, embezzlement fall under what category?
What is a white collar crime?
This type of crime is more serious than a misdemeanor and can be punishable by long sentence or death
what is a felony?
This defense argues that the accused was forced to commit a crime under the threat of harm
what is duress?
The process of reaching an agreement between the defense and prosecution to avoid a trial is called
A court ordered period where the offender is confined to their home as a punishment.
what is house arrest?
This is a crime but it is not as serious
what is a misdemeanor?
This is the standard of proof required in a criminal case.
What is Beyond A Reasonable Doubt?
This defense may be used if the accused has a mental disorder that prevented them from understanding their actions.
what is insanity?
This term refers to the formal decision by a judge or jury about the defendant's guilt.
What is a verdict?
This type of sentence requires the offender to pay the victim for damages caused by the crime
what is restitution?
Crimes like selling illegal drugs fall under what category?
A person who assists in a crime but doesnt directly commit is known as what?
what is an accessory ?
If law enforcement encourages a person to commit a crime they wouldn't have otherwise committed this is called
what is entrapment?
If a defendant disagrees with the outcome of a trial, they can do this to challenge the decision
What is file an appeal?
For serious crimes, a defendant might face this ultimate punishment in certain states.
what is the death penalty?