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Classifications of Crimes
Crimes Against People
Crimes against Property
Defenses to Crimes
Crimes Involving Controlled Substances
100
A major crime punishable by imprisonment or death.
What is a felony?
100
The unlawful killing of another human being with malice aforethought, which means the killer had evil intent.
What is murder?
100
The breaking and entering of a dwelling house at night with the intent to commit a felony.
What is burglary?
100
American law recognizes that people cannot be held responsible for their actions if they do not know what they are doing.
What is pleading insanity?
100
The major chemical found in beer, wine, whiskey, and other distilled beverages.
What is alcohol?
200
A less serious crime with a less severe penalty.
What is a misdemeanor?
200
The unlawful killing of another human being without malice aforethought.
What is manslaughter?
200
The unlawful taking and carrying away of the personal property of another with intent to deprive the owner of the property.
What is larceny?
200
If a law enforcement officer induces a law-abiding citizen to commit a crime, the person can use this defense.
What is entrapment?
200
Chemicals that alter the functions of the mind or body.
What are drugs?
300
Considered an act against the public good.
What is a crime?
300
The unlawful touching of another person, and the attempt to commit a battery.
What is assault and battery?
300
The wrongful taking of another's property by a person who has been entrusted with that property.
What is embezzlement?
300
When people have good reason to believe they are in danger of serious injury or death, they can use this type of defense.
What is self-defense?
400
The government attorney who presents the case in court against the person accused.
What is a prosecutor?
400
The unlawful removal or restraint of a person against his or her will.
What is kidnapping?
400
The wrongful taking and carrying away of the personal property of another through violence or threats.
What is robbery?
400
Most states will not punish someone for using force to rescue a family member from an attack.
What is defense of family members?
500
The person being accused.
What is a defendant?
500
A male forcing a female to have sexual intercourse.
What is rape?
500
The willful and malicious burning of the dwelling house of another.
What is arson?