Chapter 3 Flashcards
Assessory
Aiding or concealing a felon after the crime
Abet
Encourage or assist another in committing a crime
Accomplice
One who aids a principal in committing a crime
Concurrent
At the same time, concurrent sentences
Confession
Statement including acknowledgment of guilt,including an admission of every element of the crime
Constructive intent (transferred)
Liability for unintended consequences of an act
Consummated
Completed, accomplished
Crime
A public offense for which punishment is provided
Embezzlement
Theft by one to whom property is entrusted
Extrajudicial
Outside the court
Intent
Mental purpose of, or resolve to do an act
Mens rea
A guilty mind or wrongful purpose
Motive
Reason for or moving cause
Omission
Failure to act when required by law
Perpetrator
Active participant or person responsible