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Define terms then answer questions 1-10 please it's due today! Street Law Chapter 8 Outline: Introduction To Criminal Law Vocabulary Please use either the Glossary

Define terms then answer questions 1-10 please it's due today!

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Street Law Chapter 8 Outline: Introduction To Criminal Law Vocabulary Please use either the Glossary or read through the text to get definitions for the following words. Vocabulary Prosecutor Defendant State of Mind Motive: Strict Liability: Elements: Beyond A Reasonable Doubt Felony: Misdemeanor: Infraction: a minor offense, such as a parking or traffic ticket, that typically results in just a monetary fine. Principal: Accomplice: Accessory Before The Fact: Accessory After the Fact: Crime of Omission: Duty: A legal obligation to perform a certain act. Solicitation: Attempt: Conspiracy: Overt (act): Questions Please answer the following questions using complete sentences. 1. What is the necessary state of mind for most crimes in the U.S.? Why is that important? 2. Give an example and explain how motive and state of mind are different from each other. 3. Using the terms "elements" and "beyond a reasonable doubt", please explain why a person caught breaking into your home when you are not home is NOT guilty of robbery. 4. What are the major differences between felonies, misdemeanors and infractions? 5. Jane approaches Bob with plans to rob a bank. Jane provides Bob with the address and location of the bank and tells Bob when to rob it. Bill drives Bob to the bank, but waits in the car while Bob goes in and robs the bank. After the robbery, Tara hides Bill and Bob in her apartment. Please identify the correct term for Jane, Bob, Bill and Tara. . What must exist in order for a crime of omission to occur? 7. When is a preliminary crime complete? Why are they considered additional crimes? 8. Please give an example and explain the 2 different scenarios in which a person would be found guilty of an attempted crime. 9. What is the difference between solicitation and conspiracy? Who would be guilty in a conspiracy? Who would be guilty in a solicitation? 10. What must a person do to avoid becoming a part of a conspiracy charge

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