Questions and Answers
What is the definition of a crime?
An act that is punishable by law
What is the popular view regarding the definition of crime?
Crime is a category created by law
What is the proposed definition of a criminal offence?
An act harmful to society
Study Notes
Definition of Crime
- A crime is typically defined as an act or omission that violates the law and is punishable by the state
- It involves a breach of a legal duty or a failure to comply with a legal obligation
Popular View of Crime Definition
- The popular view is that a crime is an act that is harmful or injurious to individuals, society, or the state
- It is often associated with notions of moral wrongdoing, guilt, and punishment
Proposed Definition of Criminal Offence
- A criminal offence is proposed to be defined as an act or omission that is punishable by the state, regardless of whether it is morally wrong or harmful
- This definition focuses on the legal aspect of the act, rather than its moral or social implications
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