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What is burglary?
What is burglary?
- The act of causing the death of an individual by criminal negligence
- The willful burning of property
- The unlawful taking of property
- The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or theft (correct)
What constitutes criminally negligent homicide?
What constitutes criminally negligent homicide?
Causing the death of an individual by criminal negligence.
What is a misdemeanor?
What is a misdemeanor?
An offense punishable by incarceration usually in a local confinement facility for a year or less.
What is a felony?
What is a felony?
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What is a capital felony?
What is a capital felony?
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What is murder?
What is murder?
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What is arson?
What is arson?
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What constitutes larceny/theft?
What constitutes larceny/theft?
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What is robbery?
What is robbery?
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What is sexual assault?
What is sexual assault?
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What is motor vehicle theft?
What is motor vehicle theft?
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What is a penal code?
What is a penal code?
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What are index crimes?
What are index crimes?
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What is aggravated assault?
What is aggravated assault?
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Study Notes
Index Crimes Overview
- Index Crimes comprise serious offenses that reflect the overall crime rate in a nation.
- Includes eight key crimes: murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
Definitions of Key Crimes
- Burglary: Unlawfully entering a structure to commit a felony or theft; excludes recreational vehicles.
- Criminally Negligent Homicide: Causing an individual's death through criminal negligence.
- Misdemeanor: A minor offense typically punishable by incarceration for up to one year in a local facility.
- Felony: A serious criminal offense punishable by at least one year in prison or death.
- Capital Felony: A crime punishable by death or life imprisonment without parole in Texas.
- Murder: Unlawful killing of a human being, encompassing various degrees and related offenses.
- Arson: Willful or malicious burning of property; can involve buildings, vehicles, or personal property.
- Larceny/Theft: Unlawful taking or attempted taking of property from another's possession.
- Robbery: Taking property from someone through force, violence, or intimidation.
- Sexual Assault: Unlawful sexual intercourse achieved through force or without consent.
- Motor Vehicle Theft: Theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle.
Legal Context
- Penal Code: A compilation of laws pertaining to crimes and the punishments associated with them.
- Index Crimes Importance: They are key indicators of a nation's crime experience due to their severity and frequency.
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