CRIME AND PUNISHMENT Flashcards
💠 The judge handed down a severe __________ for the crime.
(Hint: A legal consequence given for committing an offense.)
💡 Punishment – A penalty imposed for breaking the law.
📝 Example: The court gave him a harsh punishment for fraud.
💠 The rise in __________ has led to increased police patrols in the area.
(Hint: Illegal activities or offenses committed by individuals or groups.)
💡 Crime rate – The frequency of criminal activity in a given area.
📝 Example: Cities with high crime rates often invest in more security measures.
💠 Many argue that __________ should focus on rehabilitation rather than just punishment.
(Hint: A system that deals with people who commit crimes.)
💡 The criminal justice system – The legal framework for dealing with criminals.
📝 Example: The criminal justice system must ensure both fairness and security.
💠 Many criminals are sentenced to __________ instead of community service.
(Hint: The act of detaining someone in prison as a legal punishment.)
💡 Incarceration – The state of being imprisoned.
📝 Example: The suspect was sentenced to incarceration for ten years.
💠 To deter crime, some governments impose __________ on severe offenses.
(Hint: The harshest legal consequence, often involving execution.)
💡 Capital punishment – The death penalty as a legal sentence.
💠 People often commit crimes due to __________ such as poverty or lack of education.
(Hint: The root causes that lead individuals to engage in criminal behavior.)
💡 Socioeconomic factors – Social and financial conditions influencing crime.
📝 Example: Socioeconomic factors play a major role in youth delinquency.
💠 Many prisons aim to provide __________ programs to help inmates reintegrate into society.
(Hint: Efforts to reform criminals and prevent reoffending.)
💡 Rehabilitation – The process of helping offenders reintegrate into society.
📝 Example: Education and skill training are vital for rehabilitation.
💠 Strict laws serve as a __________ to prevent people from committing crimes.
(Hint: A factor that discourages individuals from engaging in illegal acts.)
💡 Deterrent – A measure that discourages crime.
📝 Example: Harsh penalties act as a deterrent against corruption.
💠 Surveillance cameras help law enforcement officers in __________ criminals.
(Hint: Finding and arresting those responsible for crimes.)
💡 Apprehending – The act of capturing or arresting criminals.
📝 Example: The police successfully apprehended the suspect after a long chase.
💠 Cybercrime is on the rise due to the increasing use of technology, leading to the need for __________ laws.
(Hint: Legal actions taken against online crimes.)
💡 Cybersecurity regulations – Laws designed to combat digital crimes.
📝 Example: Governments are tightening cybersecurity regulations to prevent fraud.
