Unit 3 vocab flashcard

Front

setting fire to a property on purpose

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arson

Front

the intent to cause bodily harm to someone

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assault

Front

this protects citizens by stating that, if they are ever accused of a crime, they must be made fully aware of the nature of the crime.

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arraignment

Front

What is money or property that a defendant puts forth as security to make sure they will show up for further criminal proceedings such as trial and sentencing?

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bail

Front

battery is thinking about causing bodily harm of an individual

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false

Front

breaking into a building or house

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burglary

Front

The victim brings a case for money damages against a third party for causing physical or emotional damages.

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civil suit

Front

criminal suit is brought about by violating a government law.

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true

Front

stealing money that has been entrusted to your care.

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embezzlement

Front

 a serious crime for which the penalty can be imprisonment for more than one year

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felony