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What type of crime is characterized by acts like assault, battery, or rape that tend to injure another person's body?
What type of crime is characterized by acts like assault, battery, or rape that tend to injure another person's body?
crime against the person
What classification applies to crimes that injure a person by depriving him or her of property or by damaging property?
What classification applies to crimes that injure a person by depriving him or her of property or by damaging property?
crime against property
What is the term used for the classification of crimes according to the severity of punishment?
What is the term used for the classification of crimes according to the severity of punishment?
grading
What are the four categories crimes are generally graded into?
What are the four categories crimes are generally graded into?
What are crimes that are considered evil in their nature called?
What are crimes that are considered evil in their nature called?
What type of crimes are described as regulatory?
What type of crimes are described as regulatory?
What type of crimes are categorized as the most serious?
What type of crimes are categorized as the most serious?
How are misdemeanors classified in terms of severity?
How are misdemeanors classified in terms of severity?
Misdemeanors are usually punishable by what duration of jail time?
Misdemeanors are usually punishable by what duration of jail time?
Felonies are usually punishable by which of the following consequences?
Felonies are usually punishable by which of the following consequences?
What are potential consequences of a felony conviction?
What are potential consequences of a felony conviction?
What are felony-misdemeanors?
What are felony-misdemeanors?
What are infractions also known as?
What are infractions also known as?
How are infractions generally punished?
How are infractions generally punished?
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Crimes against the person
Crimes against the person
Crimes that involve physical harm to a person, such as assault, battery, or rape.
Crimes against property
Crimes against property
Crimes that involve damage to property or theft, such as robbery, burglary, or vandalism.
Grading of crimes
Grading of crimes
A system that classifies crimes based on their severity and potential punishment.
Felonies
Felonies
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Misdemeanors
Misdemeanors
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Malum in se crimes
Malum in se crimes
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Malum prohibitum crimes
Malum prohibitum crimes
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Felony-misdemeanors
Felony-misdemeanors
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Infractions/Violations
Infractions/Violations
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Possible consequences of a felony conviction
Possible consequences of a felony conviction
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Duration of jail time for misdemeanors
Duration of jail time for misdemeanors
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Potential consequences of a felony conviction
Potential consequences of a felony conviction
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How is the severity of a crime determined?
How is the severity of a crime determined?
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How are crimes classified?
How are crimes classified?
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Study Notes
Classification of Crimes
- Crimes against the person include assault, battery, and rape, categorized as physical harm to individuals.
- Crimes against property involve harming an individual by depriving them of belongings or damaging property.
Grading of Crimes
- Classification of crimes is based on the severity of punishment, known as grading.
- Crimes are categorized into four main types: felonies, misdemeanors, felony-misdemeanors, and infractions.
Types of Crimes
- Malum in se crimes are inherently evil by nature, typically considered serious offenses.
- Malum prohibitum crimes are defined as regulatory offenses, less severe than malum in se.
Felonies
- Felonies are viewed as the most serious category of crimes with significant consequences.
- Punishments for felonies often include prison time, fines, or alternative measures like probation and rehabilitation.
- Felony convictions can lead to severe long-term consequences, such as loss of voting rights, inability to own firearms, and restrictions on certain professions.
Misdemeanors
- Misdemeanors are classified as less serious offenses compared to felonies.
- Punishments for misdemeanors typically involve jail time of one year or less.
Felony-Misdemeanors
- Felony-misdemeanors can be prosecuted and punished as either a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on the specifics of the case.
Infractions
- Infractions, also known as violations, represent the least serious type of crime.
- Punishments usually include fines or alternative penalties, such as mandatory traffic school.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the classification of crimes, including crimes against the person and crimes against property. Test your understanding of various terms and concepts related to legal definitions of crime. Perfect for law students or anyone interested in criminal justice.
