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- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/10%3A_Sex_Offenses_and_Crimes_Involving_Force_Fear_and_Physical_Restraint/10.02%3A_Assault_and_BatteryThis page explains the distinct legal definitions and elements of battery, attempted battery assault, and threatened battery assault. Battery involves unlawful touching and can vary in grading from mi...This page explains the distinct legal definitions and elements of battery, attempted battery assault, and threatened battery assault. Battery involves unlawful touching and can vary in grading from misdemeanor to felony based on harm severity. Assault is categorized into attempted and threatened types, emphasizing intent and victim's apprehension. Key concepts include defenses to battery, grading distinctions, and practical examples to illustrate legal outcomes.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/07%3A_Parties_to_Crime/7.04%3A_End-of-Chapter_MaterialThis page examines legal concepts of complicity and accomplice liability in crimes, detailing distinctions between principals and accessories. It emphasizes that accomplices are liable for assisting i...This page examines legal concepts of complicity and accomplice liability in crimes, detailing distinctions between principals and accessories. It emphasizes that accomplices are liable for assisting in crimes, while accessories aid post-crime. Key doctrines like the natural and probable consequences and vicarious liability in corporate contexts are discussed alongside legal cases that clarify the requirements for establishing liability and intent.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/01%3A_Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/1.07%3A_End-of-Chapter_MaterialThis page discusses the distinction between criminal law and procedure, highlighting the role of civil lawsuits and government-led criminal prosecutions. It covers the categorization of crimes, legal ...This page discusses the distinction between criminal law and procedure, highlighting the role of civil lawsuits and government-led criminal prosecutions. It covers the categorization of crimes, legal origins, and judicial review. Additionally, it touches on a US Supreme Court ruling against prisoners' First Amendment rights, Justice Scalia's dissent, and the special protections for criminal defendants compared to civil ones.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/07%3A_Parties_to_Crime/7.03%3A_AccessoryThis page explains the distinction between accomplice liability and accessory crimes, noting that accomplices share responsibility for the principal's crime, while accessories commit a separate offens...This page explains the distinction between accomplice liability and accessory crimes, noting that accomplices share responsibility for the principal's crime, while accessories commit a separate offense. It outlines the required intent and elements of accessory crimes, particularly aiding a principal after a felony. Grading of these crimes varies by jurisdiction and is often less severe than for principal crimes. The text includes examples, case law, and exercises to enhance understanding.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/11%3A_Crimes_against_Property/11.02%3A_Extortion_Robbery_and_Receiving_Stolen_PropertyThis page outlines legal concepts related to extortion, robbery, and receiving stolen property. It defines extortion as obtaining property through threats, distinguishing it from robbery, which involv...This page outlines legal concepts related to extortion, robbery, and receiving stolen property. It defines extortion as obtaining property through threats, distinguishing it from robbery, which involves force or threat. The text covers essential elements, grading, and defenses of these crimes. It discusses the distinction between attempted robbery and completed robbery, and how circumstances affect charges.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Workbench/MGT_1010/03%3A_Book-_Exploring_Business/3.16%3A_The_Legal_and_Regulatory_Environment_of_Business/3.16.02%3A_Criminal_versus_Civil_LawAs luck would have it, the whole episode is witnessed by the homeowner’s neighbor, who approaches the scene of the disaster just as your roommate has climbed down from the scaffold. “Man, you must be ...As luck would have it, the whole episode is witnessed by the homeowner’s neighbor, who approaches the scene of the disaster just as your roommate has climbed down from the scaffold. “Man, you must be dumber than a bag of hammers,” says the neighbor to your roommate, who’s in no mood for unsolicited opinions, and before you know what’s happening, he breaks the neighbor’s nose with a single well-placed punch.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Business/Introductory_Business/Book%3A_Exploring_Business/16%3A_The_Legal_and_Regulatory_Environment_of_Business/16.02%3A_Criminal_versus_Civil_LawAs luck would have it, the whole episode is witnessed by the homeowner’s neighbor, who approaches the scene of the disaster just as your roommate has climbed down from the scaffold. “Man, you must be ...As luck would have it, the whole episode is witnessed by the homeowner’s neighbor, who approaches the scene of the disaster just as your roommate has climbed down from the scaffold. “Man, you must be dumber than a bag of hammers,” says the neighbor to your roommate, who’s in no mood for unsolicited opinions, and before you know what’s happening, he breaks the neighbor’s nose with a single well-placed punch.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/08%3A_Inchoate_Offenses/8.02%3A_ConspiracyThis page outlines conspiracy laws, focusing on wheel and chain conspiracies. Wheel conspiracies have a central figure connected to members, while chain conspiracies consist of independent participant...This page outlines conspiracy laws, focusing on wheel and chain conspiracies. Wheel conspiracies have a central figure connected to members, while chain conspiracies consist of independent participants. The Pinkerton rule holds conspirators liable for foreseeable crimes, while Wharton's rule limits conspiracy to more than two people.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/11%3A_Crimes_against_Property/11.03%3A_Crimes_That_Invade_or_Damage_PropertyThis page summarizes legal elements of burglary, criminal trespass, arson, and criminal mischief, detailing definitions, intent requirements, and grading of offenses. Burglary involves unauthorized en...This page summarizes legal elements of burglary, criminal trespass, arson, and criminal mischief, detailing definitions, intent requirements, and grading of offenses. Burglary involves unauthorized entry with criminal intent, while criminal trespass does not require severe intent. Arson entails intentionally burning property, with variability in degree based on circumstances. The text also highlights the broader spectrum of criminal mischief and ethical concerns related to classified information
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Criminal_Law/Introduction_to_Criminal_Law/10%3A_Sex_Offenses_and_Crimes_Involving_Force_Fear_and_Physical_Restraint/10.04%3A_Kidnapping_and_False_ImprisonmentThis page discusses kidnapping and false imprisonment, distinguishing their legal definitions and implications. Kidnapping involves taking someone unlawfully, often for ransom, while false imprisonmen...This page discusses kidnapping and false imprisonment, distinguishing their legal definitions and implications. Kidnapping involves taking someone unlawfully, often for ransom, while false imprisonment is limited to confinement without movement. Consent can be a defense for both, and parental interference is also criminalized. A case is highlighted where a defendant was convicted of kidnapping his biological child, illustrating the complexities of parental rights in law.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Solano_Community_College/CJ_001%3A_Introduction_to_Criminal_Justice/03%3A_Criminal_Law/3.06%3A_Classifications_of_LawClassification schemes allow us to discuss aspects or characteristics of the criminal law. Some classifications have legal significance, meaning that how a crime is classified may make a difference in...Classification schemes allow us to discuss aspects or characteristics of the criminal law. Some classifications have legal significance, meaning that how a crime is classified may make a difference in how the case is processed or what type of punishment can be imposed. Some classifications historically mattered (had legal significance), but no longer have much consequence. Finally, some classifications have no legal significance, meaning the classification exists only to help us organize laws.
