Theories and Definitions of Crime

An act or omission in violation of public law forbidding or commanding it.

A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that can incorporate laws, hypotheses, and facts. (correct)

An unacceptable act that is injurious, detrimental or harmful to the norms of society.

An act which is considered undesirable due to behavioral maladjustment of the offender.

An act or omission that is punishable by the RPC (Act no. 3815).

An act or omission in violation of public law forbidding or commanding it.

An act or omission in violation of simple rules and regulations and ordinances.

An act or omission that is punishable by special laws. (correct)

Motive refers to the action why a person commits a crime, while intent refers to the reason or cause why a person or group of persons will perpetrate a crime.

Motive and intent have no relevance in the context of the crime triangle.

Motive and intent are interchangeable terms in the context of the crime triangle.

Motive refers to the reason or cause why a person or group of persons will perpetrate a crime, while intent refers to the action why a person commits a crime. (correct)

<p>An unacceptable act that is injurious, detrimental or harmful to the norms of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An act which is considered undesirable due to behavioral maladjustment of the offender.</p> Signup and view all the answers