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The ______ Law refers to the law of the Supreme Being such as the Ten Commandments.
The ______ Law refers to the law of the Supreme Being such as the Ten Commandments.
Divine
Crimes against person include ______, rape, and assault.
Crimes against person include ______, rape, and assault.
murder
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 is an example of ______ Law.
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 is an example of ______ Law.
Statutory
An act in violation of statutory law is called a crime ______.
An act in violation of statutory law is called a crime ______.
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Legally, a crime is defined as an act committed or omitted in violation of ______ law forbidding or commanding it.
Legally, a crime is defined as an act committed or omitted in violation of ______ law forbidding or commanding it.
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Crime is an intentional violation of the criminal law or penal code, committed without ______ or excuse.
Crime is an intentional violation of the criminal law or penal code, committed without ______ or excuse.
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Individuals who violate societal rules are subject to sanctions by ______ authority.
Individuals who violate societal rules are subject to sanctions by ______ authority.
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A norm is any standard or rule regarding what human beings should or should not ______ under given circumstances.
A norm is any standard or rule regarding what human beings should or should not ______ under given circumstances.
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What distinguishes statutory law from natural law?
What distinguishes statutory law from natural law?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of divine law?
Which of the following is a characteristic of divine law?
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Which of the following best describes crimes categorized as mala prohibita?
Which of the following best describes crimes categorized as mala prohibita?
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What represents an example of natural law?
What represents an example of natural law?
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How is crime defined within the context of public law?
How is crime defined within the context of public law?
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Which statement accurately distinguishes a felony from a misdemeanor?
Which statement accurately distinguishes a felony from a misdemeanor?
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What role do societal norms play in defining crime?
What role do societal norms play in defining crime?
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In what manner does statutory law differ from divine law?
In what manner does statutory law differ from divine law?
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Study Notes
Types of Law
- Divine Law: Represents the commands of a Supreme Being, exemplified by the Ten Commandments.
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Natural Law: Based on universal values and ethics shared across cultures, includes:
- Crimes against persons: Such as murder, rape, and assault.
- Crimes against property: Includes theft, larceny, and robbery.
- Statutory Law: Created by legislative bodies reflecting societal values, such as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (RA. 9165).
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Crime Classifications:
- Mala in se: Crimes inherently wrong, such as those against persons and property.
- Mala prohibita: Crimes defined by statute, reflecting societal norms and laws that can change over time.
Definition of Crime
- Legal Definition: An act committed or omitted in violation of public law, which may be prohibited or commanded, and carries punitive consequences on conviction.
- Societal Perspective: Reflects a variation of behavioral norms influenced by public opinion and traditional values, subject to state sanctions and social consequences.
- Intentional Violation: Crime must be a deliberate act or omission against criminal law, without justification, resulting in state sanctions (felony or misdemeanor).
- Norm Definition: Norms serve as standards for acceptable behavior, dictating societal actions and thoughts within specific contexts.
Types of Law
- Divine Law: Represents the commands of a Supreme Being, exemplified by the Ten Commandments.
-
Natural Law: Based on universal values and ethics shared across cultures, includes:
- Crimes against persons: Such as murder, rape, and assault.
- Crimes against property: Includes theft, larceny, and robbery.
- Statutory Law: Created by legislative bodies reflecting societal values, such as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (RA. 9165).
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Crime Classifications:
- Mala in se: Crimes inherently wrong, such as those against persons and property.
- Mala prohibita: Crimes defined by statute, reflecting societal norms and laws that can change over time.
Definition of Crime
- Legal Definition: An act committed or omitted in violation of public law, which may be prohibited or commanded, and carries punitive consequences on conviction.
- Societal Perspective: Reflects a variation of behavioral norms influenced by public opinion and traditional values, subject to state sanctions and social consequences.
- Intentional Violation: Crime must be a deliberate act or omission against criminal law, without justification, resulting in state sanctions (felony or misdemeanor).
- Norm Definition: Norms serve as standards for acceptable behavior, dictating societal actions and thoughts within specific contexts.
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Explore the various types of law as outlined in Lesson 11, including Divine Law, Natural Law, and Statutory Law. Discover the foundational principles that govern legal systems and the implications of different types of laws on societal structure. This quiz will test your understanding of these key legal concepts.
