Legal Concepts and Punishments

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What is the standard of proof required for conviction?

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Proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

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What presumption is made about all persons in a trial?

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All persons are presumed to be innocent.

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List the culpable mental states from highest to lowest.

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Intentional, knowing, reckless, criminal negligence.

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Define 'intentional' in terms of conduct.

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A person acts intentionally when it is their conscious objective or desire to engage in the conduct or cause the result.

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Define 'knowing' in terms of conduct.

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A person acts knowingly when they are aware of the nature of their conduct or that the circumstances exist.

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Define 'reckless' in terms of conduct.

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A person acts recklessly when they are aware of but consciously disregard a substantial and unjustifiable risk.

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Define 'criminal negligence' in terms of conduct.

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A person acts with criminal negligence when they ought to be aware of a substantial and unjustifiable risk.

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What is the punishment for a Class A misdemeanor?

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A fine not to exceed $4,000 and/or confinement in jail for a term not to exceed one year.

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What is the punishment for a Class B misdemeanor?

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A fine not to exceed $2,000 and/or confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days.

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What is the punishment for a Class C misdemeanor?

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A fine not to exceed $500; cannot be arrested.