Classification of Crimes: A Comprehensive Guide for Law Students

Question 1

Which classification of crimes is NOT based on severity?

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Inchoate Crimes

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Felonies

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Misdemeanors

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Infractions

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a crime classified as malum prohibitum?

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Drug possession

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Homicide

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Arson

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Robbery

Question 3

A crime that is committed with the specific purpose of causing harm is known as a:

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Specific intent crime

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General intent crime

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Strict liability crime

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Inchoate crime

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a common method used to classify crimes?

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Age of the victim

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Severity

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Intent

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Conduct

Question 5

Crimes classified based on the potential harm or danger they pose to society are known as:

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Severity-based crimes

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Inchoate crimes

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Intent-based crimes

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Conduct-based crimes

Question 6

Which type of crime requires proof of a specific mental state to commit a harmful act?

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Intent-based crime

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Felony

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Misdemeanor

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Strict liability crime

Question 7

Crimes that are defined based on the specific actions or behavior of the offender are classified as:

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Conduct-based crimes

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Inchoate crimes

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Severity-based crimes

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Intent-based crimes

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of an inchoate crime, indicating an attempt or preparation to commit a crime?

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Conspiracy

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Murder

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Robbery

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Burglary

Question 9

Which of the following factors is primarily considered in determining the severity of a crime?

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Harm caused

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Intent of the offender

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Prior criminal record

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Value of property stolen

Question 10

A crime that requires proof of general intent, meaning the offender acted knowingly or recklessly:

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Can be committed recklessly

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Is committed with a specific purpose

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Must be premeditated

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Involves only strict liability

Question 11

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strict liability crime, where no mental state is required for culpability?

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No mental state is required

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Intent to commit the crime is always present

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The harm caused is irrelevant

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The offender must have knowledge of the law

Question 12

According to the Model Penal Code, which of the following is NOT a category used to classify crimes based on their severity?

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Inchoate crimes

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Felonies

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Misdemeanors

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Infractions

Question 13

Crimes categorized as felonies are generally considered:

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Serious offenses punishable by imprisonment exceeding one year

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Minor offenses punishable by fines or brief imprisonment

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Regulatory violations subject to administrative penalties

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Victimless crimes that do not result in harm to others

Question 14

In determining the intent behind a crime, which factor is of primary importance?

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Underlying motive or purpose of the defendant's actions

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Prior criminal record of the defendant

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Age of the defendant at the time of the offense

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Defendant's level of knowledge and understanding of the law

Question 15

Crimes that require a specific unlawful act to be committed are classified as:

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Crimes of conduct that involve overt actions

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Crimes of omission that entail a failure to act

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Inchoate offenses that involve preparatory steps towards a crime

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White-collar crimes that typically involve financial fraud or deception

Question 16

Crimes that receive enhanced penalties when committed against specific protected groups are known as:

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Hate crimes motivated by prejudice or bias

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Extortion crimes involving threats or coercion

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Accessory crimes that provide assistance to the main perpetrator

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Preliminary crimes that serve as preparatory steps for a more serious crime

Question 17

Which factor is NOT typically considered when classifying crimes in the United States justice system?

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The prevailing cultural norms and values

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Whether the crime falls under federal or state jurisdiction

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The impact of the crime on the victim and society

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The defendant's previous criminal history

Question 18

Crimes that involve incomplete or preparatory steps towards a more serious offense are classified as:

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Inchoate offenses that have not been fully carried out

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Completed offenses that have been fully executed

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Accessory offenses that provide assistance to the main perpetrator

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White-collar offenses that typically involve financial fraud or deception

Question 19

Crimes involving fraud, deception, or financial exploitation are generally categorized as:

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White-collar crimes that often target businesses or individuals

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Organized crimes that involve complex criminal networks

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Cybercrimes that utilize technology for illegal purposes

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Drug crimes that involve illegal substances and their distribution

Question 20

What is the key difference between an inchoate crime and a complete crime?

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Inchoate crimes involve planning or attempts, while complete crimes are the actual acts.

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Inchoate crimes require proof of completed harm, while complete crimes do not.

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Complete crimes require proof of mens rea, while inchoate crimes do not.

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Inchoate crimes are typically punished more severely than complete crimes.

Question 21

Classify the potential legal consequences of categorizing a crime as a felony instead of a misdemeanor.

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Extended sentencing range and possible ineligibility for parole.

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No substantial legal implications.

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Reduced burden of proof for conviction.

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No effect on criminal record.

Question 22

Within the United States legal framework, what is the definition of a felony?

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A grave offense punishable by incarceration in a state correctional facility

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A minor offense punishable by incarceration in a local jail or prison

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An offense exclusively punishable by fines

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An offense not considered a criminal violation

Question 23

In the U.S. legal system, what is the fundamental distinction between crimes of commission and crimes of omission?

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Crimes of commission involve an overt action, while crimes of omission involve a failure to act.

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Crimes of omission involve an overt action, while crimes of commission involve a failure to act.

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There is no meaningful distinction between crimes of commission and crimes of omission.

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Crimes of commission are inherently more serious offenses than crimes of omission.

Question 24

In the U.S. legal context, which of the following factors does not typically influence crime classification?

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The defendant's age

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The value of stolen property

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The defendant's criminal history

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The extent of damage caused

Question 25

Within the U.S. legal system, what is the fundamental distinction between misdemeanors and felonies?

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Misdemeanors are less serious offenses than felonies.

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Felonies are less serious offenses than misdemeanors.

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Misdemeanors are punishable by imprisonment in local jails, while felonies are punishable by imprisonment in state prisons.

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Felonies are punishable by imprisonment in local jails, while misdemeanors are punishable by imprisonment in state prisons.

Question 26

In the U.S. legal context, which of the following offenses would be categorized as a white-collar crime?

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Embezzlement

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Murder

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Robbery

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Assault

Question 27

How do the specific actions or omissions associated with a crime impact its classification and severity?

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Conduct is a key factor in determining the severity of a crime as it reflects the level of culpability and harm caused.

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Conduct is irrelevant in crime classification, as it is solely based on the resulting harm.

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Conduct only affects felony classifications but not misdemeanor classifications.

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Conduct is only relevant in determining inchoate crimes and not complete crimes.

Question 28

Classify murder based on its level of intent and explain how this classification influences potential charges and penalties.

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Specific intent crime with severe penalties

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General intent crime with moderate penalties

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Strict liability crime with no intent requirement

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Inchoate crime with no completed act requirement

Question 29

A crime that is committed with the express purpose of causing harm or injury is known as a(n) ____ offense.

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Specific intent

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General intent

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Strict liability

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Negligence

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of an inchoate offense?

Accepted Answer

Conspiracy to commit murder

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Homicide

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Assault

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Theft

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT typically classified as a felony?

Accepted Answer

Petty theft

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Murder

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Robbery

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Arson

Question 32

Crimes that do not involve direct harm to an individual or property are referred to as:

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Victimless crimes

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Consent crimes

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Public welfare offenses

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Inchoate crimes

Question 33

A(n) ____ offense is one that is committed against the interests of the state or society as a whole.

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Public welfare

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Private

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Specific intent

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Inchoate

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of a 'white collar' crime?

Accepted Answer

Embezzlement

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Murder

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Assault

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Robbery

Question 35

In the United States, which method is primarily used to classify crimes?

Accepted Answer

Severity of potential punishment

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Intent of the offender

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Conduct of the offender

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Harm caused to victims

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a category used to classify crimes based on severity?

Accepted Answer

Tort

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Felony

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Misdemeanor

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Infraction

Question 37

A crime committed with a deliberate and malicious intent to cause harm is classified as a:

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Intentional crime

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Negligent crime

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Reckless crime

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Strict liability crime

Question 38

In which scenario is a crime most likely to be classified as a felony?

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Murder

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Theft of a small amount of money

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Driving under the influence of alcohol

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Trespassing

Question 39

How do societal values and norms influence the classification of crimes?

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Societal values and norms heavily influence how crimes are categorized and punished.

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Crime classification is solely based on legal definitions, ignoring societal influences.

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Societal values have minimal impact on crime classification, which is primarily determined by objective criteria.

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Crime classification focuses solely on the harm to victims, disregarding societal values.

Question 40

A crime that is punishable by death or imprisonment for more than one year is classified as a:

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Felony

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Misdemeanor

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Violation

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Infraction

Question 41

Which of the following intent classifications requires the actor to specifically desire the result of their actions?

Accepted Answer

Specific intent

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General intent

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Transferred intent

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Reckless intent

Question 42

A defendant's conduct is considered voluntary if the defendant:

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Acts consciously and intentionally

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Acts negligently or recklessly

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Omits to act when there is a legal duty to do so

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Is intoxicated or mentally ill

Question 43

Which of the following is an example of a strict liability crime?

Accepted Answer

Driving under the influence

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Murder

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Theft

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Statutory rape

Question 44

A crime that is committed by a person who is legally insane is considered:

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Not a crime

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A felony

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A misdemeanor

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A strict liability crime

Question 45

Which of the following is a major distinction between felonies and misdemeanors?

Accepted Answer

The potential penalty

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The intent required

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The conduct involved

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The statute of limitations

Question 46

A crime that involves the unlawful taking and carrying away of another person's property is known as:

Accepted Answer

Larceny

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Burglary

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Robbery

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Embezzlement

Question 47

In the United States, a crime punishable by death or imprisonment for more than one year is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Felony

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Violation

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Misdemeanor

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Infraction

Question 48

Which of these crimes is typically classified as a misdemeanor in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Public intoxication

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Aggravated Assault

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Arson

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Murder

Question 49

A crime committed with the specific intent to cause harm is generally classified as:

Accepted Answer

Intentional crime

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Strict liability crime

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Victimless crime

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Negligent crime

Question 50

Which of the following exemplifies a crime classified as a strict liability offense?

Accepted Answer

Selling alcohol to a minor

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Robbery

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Assault

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Burglary

Question 51

A crime that is considered 'inchoate' is:

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An incomplete crime, such as an attempt or conspiracy

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A crime involving violence

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A crime with a very high penalty

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A crime committed by multiple individuals

Question 52

Which of the following is an example of an inchoate crime?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to commit murder

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Theft

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Murder

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Assault

Question 53

A crime that involves the illegal use or distribution of drugs is typically classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Drug-related crime

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Property crime

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Public order crime

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White-collar crime

Question 54

Which of the following is an example of a white-collar crime?

Accepted Answer

Embezzlement

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Robbery

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Assault

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Arson

Question 55

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a factor in classifying crimes?

Accepted Answer

The defendant's age

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The severity of the offense

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The conduct involved in the crime

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The intent of the perpetrator