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Chapter 1-4 Terms
Flash Cards of Chapter 1-4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Crime | A wrong against society punishable by the government. |
| Tort | A wrong against an individual that results in civil liability. |
| Felony | A wrong against an individual that results in civil liability. |
| Misdemeanor | A less serious crime punishable by one year or less in jail. |
| Actus Reus | The guilty act required for a crime. |
| Incapacitation | Preventing offenders from commiting more crimes. |
| Beyond a reasonable doubt | Highest standard of proof in criminal law. |
| Self-Defense | Use of reasonable force to protect oneself. |
| Criminal Liability | Legal responsibility for a crime. |
| Insanity Defense | Claim that mental illness prevented understanding right from wrong. |