Crim Law Basics

Question 1

jx

Answer 1

state has jx over crime if:
1. act committed in state, or
2. result occurred in state

NOTE: can be two states having jx over same crime

ET: if no jx given, go w/ majority

Question 2

felonies

Answer 2

punishable by death or imprisonment more than one year

Question 3

misdemeanors

Answer 3

punishable by small fine or prison less than one year

Question 4

crime requirements

Answer 4

• actus reus
• mens rea
• concurrence
• causation