the meaning of crime

Question 1

Define State

Answer 1

Nation with a governing body, defined land, peoples

Question 2

Define Crown

Answer 2

Governing body that takes a criminal acts to courts

Question 3

Define Prosecute

Answer 3

When the Crown/nation state holds an accused person accountable before the courts

Question 4

Define Crime

Answer 4

Any act that affects society as a whole and is prosecuted by the state

Question 5

Define Accused

Answer 5

Person suspected of committing a crime

Question 6

Define Beyond Reasonable Doubt

Answer 6

The standard of proof required for a criminal case

Question 7

What are factors that impact the definition of crime in a society?

Answer 7

Culture
Religion
Historical events
Legal traditions
Social attitudes
Political systems

Question 8

What are the components of criminal law?

Answer 8

Investigation
Enforcement
Prosecution
Defence
Criminal trial process
Sentencing and punishment

Question 9

What is the aim of criminal law?

Answer 9

Criminal law aims to protect society by meeting the values and ethics of society

Question 10

Decision to prosecute is made by who?

Answer 10

The police & Director of Public Prosecutions