Classifications of a Crime Flashcards
1
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Crime
A
an offense committed against the public good or society
2
Q
If convicted you can be subject to:
A
Monetary penalty
Imprisonment
Death penalty
3
Q
Defendant
A
the person being accused of crime
4
Q
Plaintiff
A
the party that accuses a person of a crime
5
Q
Prosecutor
A
the government official who brings the case against the defendant
6
Q
Felony
A
A major crime
7
Q
Misdemeanor
A
Less serious crime
8
Q
Infractions
A
Petty crimes
9
Q
Dual court system
A
Federal and state criminal law
10
Q
Commerce Clause
A
lets the US Congress regulate interstate commerce/business across states
11
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State’s police power
A
allows states to make criminal laws
