[CJ] Chapter 4: How New York Classifies Crimes (Bolded)

Question 1

Felony

Answer 1

The most serious categorization of crime. The lowest class of these crimes have a maximum sentence of 4 years in prison, while the highest has the potential for a life sentence.

Question 2

Misdemeanor

Answer 2

A serious crime, but not a felony. Misdemeanors have a maximum sentence of one year.

Question 3

Class

Answer 3

Divisions of severity within a category of crimes. Felonies have 5 potential classes, misdemeanors have 2.

Question 4

Violation

Answer 4

The least serious categorization of crimes with the lowest potential for sentencing.

Question 5

Element

Answer 5

The different parts of a crime that must be proven.

Question 6

Degree

Answer 6

The difference in severity between two similar crimes.

Question 7

New York Penal Code

Answer 7

The record in New York State for all criminal statutes.

Question 8

The crimes are broken down further into degrees based on the ______ of the offense and the ______ of the punishment.

Answer 8

Severity and Proportionality