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Criminology 101: Definition and Historical Context

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What is Lord Templeman's view on the infliction of pain?

It is an uncivilized and evil thing. (correct)

It is a part of human nature.

It is a matter of personal freedom.

It is a necessary evil.

What is the significance of the 1993 case mentioned in the text?

It established the concept of actus reus.

It involved defendants who claimed consent to violent acts. (correct)

It led to the creation of a new crime.

It marked a shift in the definition of crime.

What is a fundamental principle of criminal law?

A crime consists of both actus reus and men's rea. (correct)

Crime is a stable concept.

Crime exists independently of society.

Laws are made by people in power.

What is the range of minimum ages of criminal responsibility in Asia?

7 - 16 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the capacity test for children who are going to be charged?

To assess their understanding of the crime. Signup and view all the answers

What is crime according to Padfield?

A legal wrong, which may result in punishment Signup and view all the answers

During the 19th century in the USA, what was not considered a crime?

Slave owners assaulting and killing slaves Signup and view all the answers

In the 20th century, what was decriminalised for individuals over 21 in private in England and Wales?

Homosexuality Signup and view all the answers

Before 2012, what was required for police to arrest a stalker?

The stalker had to commit another act of violence Signup and view all the answers

In what year was rape within marriage finally criminalised in the UK?

1994 Signup and view all the answers