Crime Slang and Terminology Flashcards
Explore essential crime slang and terminology with these engaging flashcards. (25 cards)
What are some slang terms for police officers?
Cops, Popo, and Five O are slang terms for police officers. Cops and Five O are widely accepted, while Popo is more informal.
What is a ‘drug dealer’?
A drug dealer is a person involved in the illegal sale of drugs.
What is a ‘pickpocket’?
A pickpocket is someone who steals directly from people’s pockets or bags.
What does ‘Hold Up’ mean in the context of crime?
‘Hold Up’ refers to a robbery or theft, often involving the use of force.
What does ‘Break in’ mean?
‘Break in’ means illegally entering a building or property, typically to commit a crime.
What is a ‘perp’?
‘Perp’ is short for perpetrator, referring to a person who commits a crime.
What does ‘Shake Down’ mean?
‘Shake Down’ means to try and get money from someone, often through threats or coercion.
What does ‘Make Off With’ mean?
‘Make Off With’ means to escape with stolen goods.
What is an ‘ex-con’?
An ‘ex-con’ is someone who has been released from prison after serving a sentence.
What is a ‘rap sheet’?
A ‘rap sheet’ is a record of a person’s criminal history, including prior arrests and prosecutions.
What does ‘Break the law’ mean?
‘Break the law’ means to violate or disobey the law.
What does ‘Behind bars’ mean?
‘Behind bars’ means in prison, serving a sentence.
What is ‘Juvie’?
‘Juvie’ is an informal term for juvenile detention or a juvenile detention center.
What does ‘Locked up’ mean?
‘Locked up’ means in prison.
What does ‘Do time’ mean?
‘Do time’ means to serve a prison sentence.
What does ‘To be soft on crime’ mean?
‘To be soft on crime’ means to have low punishment towards crime, or a lenient attitude towards criminal activity.
What does ‘Cut a deal’ mean?
‘Cut a deal’ means to make an agreement with authorities, in exchange for a reduced sentence or other benefits.
What does ‘Turn In’ mean?
‘Turn In’ means to report or surrender someone to the authorities.
What does ‘To Have a Price on Your Head’ mean?
‘To Have a Price on Your Head’ means to be targeted for harm, typically for a reward.
What does ‘In Cold Blood’ mean?
‘In Cold Blood’ means without emotion or mercy.
What is a ‘cold case’?
A ‘cold case’ is a criminal case that remains unsolved for an extended period.
What is ‘A John Doe’?
‘A John Doe’ is an unidentified or anonymous male person (female is Jane Doe).
What is a ‘copycat’?
A ‘copycat’ is someone who imitates or replicates the actions of another person, often in the context of crime.
What is ‘A life sentence’?
A ‘life sentence’ is a prison sentence for the duration of a person’s life.
