Sociology: Norms and Laws Overview

<p>Natural law is based on human reason and intuition, while positive law is based on legislation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Law that originates from customs and usage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scienter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Due Process Clause and the 8th Amendment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inferred possession (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intent is required to convict, while Motive is not. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Premeditated intent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crimes that are considered wrong because they are inherently evil. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To stand by things decided (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Legislative, Executive, and Judicial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vicarious liability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Administrative regulations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transferred intent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A less serious crime punishable by up to one year of incarceration. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Actus Reus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The power of a court to exercise authority over a specific subject matter or person. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Due process refers to the fairness of legal proceedings, while venue refers to the geographic location where a trial should be held. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They engage in activity that increases the risk of harm. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mala prohibita (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mores relate to morality and serious violations of social codes, while folkways govern everyday behavior. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural law is based on human reason and intuition, while positive law is created by governments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is codified in written laws. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An act prohibited or an omission required by law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Negligent Liability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A driver speeding through a residential neighborhood. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Criminal law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mens Rea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intent refers to the specific goal of an action, while motive refers to the underlying reason for the action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Driving on the right side of the road. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is universally considered wrong, regardless of the law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A friend forgetting to say thank you after a gift. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intent refers to the goal of the crime, while motive refers to the reason for the crime (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Knowing Possession (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Judicial Branch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Economic Crimes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Agreed upon expectations common in society.

Norms relating to morality, governing serious violations.

Norms that govern everyday behavior and customs.

Formal rules enacted and enforced by the government.

Regulations that define public offenses against the state.

Traditions and precedents that assist judges in legal decisions.

A civil wrong for which a remedy may be obtained, usually damages.

The most serious crimes, punishable by over one year of incarceration.

A less serious crime punishable by up to one year of incarceration.

The criminal act or conduct in a crime.

A culpable mental state at the time of the crime.

The reason why someone does something; not required to prove guilt.

The intent to commit the act required for the crime.

When intent to harm one person causes harm to another.

Liability without fault, only proving the act suffices.

Prevents a person from being tried twice for the same offense.

The geographic location where a trial is held.

Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person.

The authority of a court to hear a case based on subject matter or location.

Knowledge required to hold a person criminally liable.

Consequences used to enforce norms in society.

Everyday reactions from the public for minor norm violations.

State-enforced consequences for serious norm violations.

Conduct rules inherent in human nature and reason.

Laws created and enforced by government authorities.

An act forbidden or a duty required by law.

Acts defined as crimes against the public or state.

Mores govern serious behavior; Folkways govern customs.

Agreed-upon rules and expectations within society.

Defines crimes and specifies punishments for them.

Defines the processes used in criminal investigations and adjudications.

A violation of a local ordinance or state statute punishable by a fine.

Acts that are considered wrong in themselves by convention.

Acts that are wrong because there is a law against them.

The legal principle of adhering to precedent in judicial decisions.

Different levels of intent in committing crimes: purposely, knowingly, recklessly, negligently.

Employers are responsible for the actions of their employees.

Control over property without physical custody; awareness is key.

Ensures no one is deprived of life, liberty, or property without legal proceedings.