Penal Code, Family Code, Beverage Code, Amendments

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Which of the following best describes delinquent conduct?

Any conduct that violates a penal law or a lawful court order. (correct)
Conduct punishable by a fine but not by imprisonment.
Only conduct that leads to civil penalties.
Only traffic offenses that violate state penal laws.

What is NOT considered delinquent conduct?

Conduct violating state penal laws.
A minor traffic violation. (correct)
Conduct traditionally viewed as criminal.
A legal order violation that results in contempt of court.

Which situation illustrates delinquent conduct? (2 correct answers, select one)

Failing to appear for a scheduled court hearing. (correct)
A breach of contract between two parties.
Parking in a no-parking zone.
Driving under the influence (third or subsequent offense). (correct)

Which of the following types of conduct could indicate a need for supervision?

Voluntary absence from home without parental consent. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of conduct relating to substance inhalation indicates a need for supervision?

Inhalation of paint fumes and volatile chemicals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions can lead to a child being expelled from school, possibly indicating a need for supervision?

Violating a school district's written standards of conduct. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of legal conduct may be subject to supervision under the penal laws?

A misdemeanor punishable only by a fine. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'dating violence' as described in the content?

An act committed against a victim with whom the actor has a dating relationship, intended to cause physical harm. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which description best fits a 'dating relationship'?

A romantic or intimate relationship determined by length, nature, and interaction frequency. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of relationship does NOT qualify as a 'dating relationship'?

An ongoing relationship between two coworkers who occasionally socialize. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines 'family violence'?

An act intended to cause physical harm or a credible threat of harm. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes 'dating violence' as per the content?

Any act of violence by a partner in a romantic relationship. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about 'family violence' is true?

Family violence encompasses threats that instill fear of harm. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What defines a household?

A unit composed of persons living together in the same dwelling. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes households?

Households disregard the familial relationship of the occupants. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a household as per its definition?

It involves individuals living together in a single dwelling. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best illustrates the concept of a household?

A single parent living with their children in a separate unit from relatives. (B), A group of college students sharing an apartment. (C), A family with children living in a three-bedroom house. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long are Ex Parte orders?

20 days (B) Signup and view all the answers

Another term for a Protective Order is Ex Parte order.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum length of a Protective Order?

2 years (C) Signup and view all the answers

What class of misdemeanor is assigned for selling alcohol in dry areas under the specified code?

Class B misdemeanor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What punishment is applicable for someone who sells alcohol to a habitual drunkard with criminal negligence?

Fine of $100 to $500 and possible jail time (C) Signup and view all the answers

If a person possesses an open container of alcohol near a school, what class of misdemeanor is it considered?

Class C misdemeanor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the heightened penalty for someone who violates 106.63 Sale of Delivery to Certain Persons by having prior convictions?

Fine of $500 to $1,000 and/or confinement < 1 year (B) Signup and view all the answers

What age qualifies as a 'minor' in the context of alcohol-related offenses?

Under 21 years of age (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence for an individual guilty of a capital felony when under 18 years of age?

Imprisonment for life. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following constitutes an affirmative defense?

It is a defense based on being compelled to act due to threats. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does voluntary intoxication impact criminal liability?

It does not constitute a defense to crime commission. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for an adult convicted of a capital felony?

Life imprisonment without parole or death. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes entrapment as a legal defense?

Inducement to commit an offense by law enforcement. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a criminal attempt?

Committing an act with specific intent that fails to achieve the offense (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a person attempts an aggravated offense, what is required for it to be considered an attempt to commit that offense?

An aggravating element must accompany the attempt (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the category of offense for criminal attempt compared to the offense attempted?

One category lower (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario provides a valid defense against prosecution for criminal conspiracy?

The object offense was never committed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if a person is convicted for criminal conspiracy?

It is deemed one category lower than the most serious felony associated with the conspiracy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes criminal solicitation?

Requesting someone to engage in criminal conduct with intent (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of an offense under criminal solicitation when it involves a capital felony or felony of the first degree?

Grade level of the felony requested (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding defenses in criminal attempts is true?

No defense exists if the offense was committed in actuality (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a conviction under the solicitation section regarding uncorroborated testimony?

The testimony of the person allegedly solicited must be corroborated. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following constitutes Criminal Solicitation of a Minor?

Requesting a minor to commit Murder. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'adequate cause' defined in the context of provoking someone?

A cause that produces strong emotional reactions. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes 'sudden passion' as defined in the legal context?

Passion that arises from provocation at the time of the offense. (A) Signup and view all the answers

There are many elements of aggravated kidnapping, which of the following does not quantify as aggravated kidnapping?

Kidnapping a child under 5 years old. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of an offense committed under aggravated kidnapping?

Felony of the first degree. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT included in the intent for aggravated kidnapping?

Gaining political advantage. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be established to support a solicitation charge involving a minor?

Circumstances strongly corroborating both solicitation and actor's intent. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must be true for a person to be guilty of aggravated perjury?

The false statement is made in connection with an official proceeding and is material. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of conduct must be present to classify an individual's act as murder?

Intentionally causing serious bodily injury that results in death. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the intent involved in serious bodily injury leading to death?

The intent to cause serious bodily injury through dangerous acts. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of the offense for causing a child under 18 to commit prostitution?

Felony of the first degree (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes a 'criminal street gang'?

Three or more persons with a common sign who engage in criminal activities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes the offense of perjury?

Making a false statement under oath or a false unsworn declaration. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for refusing to allow an authorized officer to inspect a licensed premise?

Class A misdemeanor (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the knowledge requirement in committing perjury?

Intent to deceive must accompany knowledge of the statement's meaning. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What degree of felony is assigned for the offense of compelling prostitution?

Felony of the first degree (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these elements is essential in defining a 'criminal street gang'?

They must have identifiable leadership and symbols. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under which circumstances is a statement classified as material in relation to aggravated perjury?

If it can influence the outcome of the official proceeding. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for a false statement made under oath to constitute an offense?

The statement must be required or authorized by law. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What defense may be claimed if an individual was unaware their conduct was wrong due to severe mental illness?

Insanity defense (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition does the insanity defense apply?

The individual lacked the capacity to know right from wrong (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is necessary for establishing the insanity defense in a prosecution?

A diagnosis of severe mental disease or defect (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the insanity defense as an affirmative defense?

It asserts that the accused was incapable of understanding their actions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What impact does severe mental disease or defect have on criminal responsibility?

Exempts the individual from accountability (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must a person demonstrate to be convicted of criminal conspiracy?

An agreement with one or more persons and an overt act in pursuit of that agreement. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid circumstance that does NOT provide a defense against prosecution for criminal conspiracy? (two right answers select both)

One coconspirator being acquitted of the object offense. (A), One coconspirator being immune from prosecution. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the actions of parties involved in a conspiracy?

An agreement can be established through their overt actions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding criminal conspiracy is true?

The actor's individual incapacity to commit the offense does not absolve them from conspiracy liability. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A person commits an offense if the person possesses an open container or consumes an alcoholic beverage on a public street, public alley, or public sidewalk within ___________ft?

1000 (D) Signup and view all the answers

A minor commits an offense if the minor operates a motor vehicle in a public place or a watercraft while having any detectable amount of alcohol in the minor's system. What would be the punishment for the first offense?

Class C misdemeanor (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Beverage Code, which of the following statements about employing persons under 18 years of age is true?

Persons under 18 may be employed in roles that do not involve selling or serving alcoholic beverages. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal classification of an offense committed by a permittee or licensee for employing a person under 18 to dance in exchange for a benefit according to Section 1.07, Penal Code?

Class A misdemeanor (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Section 8.07 of the Penal Code, which of the following offenses can a person younger than 15 years of age be prosecuted for? (Select all that apply)

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "Family" include according to the Government Code?

Individuals related by consanguinity or affinity (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of the offense described in the provided statute when a person observes another without consent in a private dwelling?

Class C misdemeanor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What class of misdemeanor is an offense under the given section if a person knowingly engages in sexual acts in a public place or recklessly about the presence of others who might be offended?

Class A misdemeanor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of the offense for knowingly preventing or interfering with someone's ability to make an emergency (two right answers, first offense & second offense)?

Class A misdemeanor (A), State jail felony (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a child be photographed or fingerprinted without the consent of the juvenile court according to Chapter 63 of the Code of Criminal Procedure?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Sec. 101.66, which of the following beverages are prohibited from being manufactured, sold, bartered, or exchanged if they contain more than one-half of one percent alcohol by volume and not more than five percent alcohol by volume? (Select all that apply)

Other alcoholic beverages (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Texas Penal Code § 3.02 regarding Consolidation and Joinder of Prosecutions, what is required if a single criminal action is based on more than one charging instrument?

The state must file written notice at least 30 days prior to trial. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A medical professional who treats a person for injuries that the medical professional has reason to believe were caused by family violence shall:

Details regarding the injury and suspected cause (B) Signup and view all the answers

An offense defined by municipal ordinance or by order of a county commissioners court may not dispense with the requirement of a culpable mental state if the offense is punishable by a fine exceeding the amount authorized by which section?

Section 12.23 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What penalty does a person face for committing an offense under the described circumstances of marrying another person or living with someone under the appearance of being married?

Third-degree felony (B) Signup and view all the answers

Delinquent Conduct

Actions (not traffic offenses) breaking state or federal laws, potentially leading to jail time or confinement.

Penal Law Violation

Any law that can result in imprisonment or confinement in jail.