CRIM PRELIM ◘ The legal maxim that explains that an act done by a man against his will is not his act. Actus me invito factus, non est meus actus ◘ Serious crime like murder is more likely to be enforced, investigated, prosecuted or may be given priority to court. True ◘ Criminology is defined within the three-scope process which includes making laws. What particular branch of the government facilitates the realization of this scope? a)legislative/ legislative branch Legislative branch ◘ According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the legislative branch of the government has the following functions, except: implement laws ◘ It is defined as a voluntary and intentional violation by a legally competent person of a legal duty that commands or prohibits an act for the protection of society. Crime a. no, he could only be arrested by the police from his country -b. yes because our law applies to every person in the country. c. yes, because there was a warrant of arrest. d. no, because he is a foreigner; he should enjoy his visit in Puerto Princessa. ◘ Which of the following does not conform to each other? -a. American Criminal Justice System: Siegel and Senna; Definition of Criminology: Sutherland b. Sociology of Punishment: aims to control crimes; First division of criminology: law-making c. Sociology of Crime: examines the economic conditions; Criminal Justice: describing the processes among agencies d. criminology: nature of crime; criminal justice system: identify the cause of the crime ◘ If the Revised penal code: source of Criminal law, then Criminal Justice System operations: extent and nature of the crime. This statement is? a. may be true -b. FALSE c. TRUE d. absolutely false ◘ The modern concept in corrections has a direct effect on the perception of the public. True ◘ At the prosecutor's office, during the determination of the probable cause or during the preliminary investigation, a suspect is referred as: blank Respondent Legislative branch: Congress; Upper House: blank, and Lower house: blank a. Upper House: House of Representative; Lower House: Senate -b. Upper House: Senate, Lower House: House of Representative c. Upper House: Judiciary; Lower House: Executive d. Upper House: Executive Lower House: Legislative ◘ After the court has rendered judgment, finds the person as guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, the person is now referred to : blank Convict ◘ The following constitutes a crime, EXCEPT: I) CRIME- is disturbs the peace and order of the society I) The act must be voluntary II) It must be intentional. III) It must be committed by a legally competent person. IV)The behavior that constitutes a crime can be either an act of commission or an act of omission. V) A crime is an act that threatens the welfare of society and is punishable by judicial proceedings in the name of the state. a. I and V b. I only -c. none on the above d. V only ◘ The behavior that constitutes a crime can be either an act of commission or an act of omission. True ◘ Which of the following statements are not true to CJS? a. explain the operations of different agencies of justice do not at all times matter. b. experts cannot begin to design programs of crime prevention without understanding crime. c. CJS studies how to handle criminal offenders. -d. Executive branch of the government is charged with the implementation of laws. ◘ Mr. Skewatzkie, a Chinese, while enjoying his visit in Puerto Princessa, was arrested for allegedly committing murder against Dolores, which is a violation of Article 248 of Revised Penal Code Book 2. Based on the case of Mr. Skewatzkie, what characteristics of our Criminal Law should apply? a. Prospectivity b. Territoriality c. Criminality -d. Generality ◘ Blue-collar crimes are punishable when committed by minors but not when committed by adults. ◘ Punishable when committed by minors but not when committed adults. False Juveniles ◘ This refers to the system used by a government to maintain social control, prevent crime, enforce laws, and administer justice. -a. Criminal Justice b. none of these c. Five pillars d. Criminal laws ◘ In general, the Criminal Justice System (CJS) involves a number of government agencies that ensures the following,EXCEPT: -a. consistent implementation of laws b. protection of selected sectors c. public welfare d. relentless prosecution of criminals ◘ Committed while onboard a private or public vehicle or onboard a vessel. Transitory crime ◘ Refers to a statute that provides procedures appropriate for the enforcement of the Substantive Criminal Law. Procedural criminal law ◘ What is required to make sure that only those who are truly guilty are punished? a. follows an undue process of law b. moral certainty is required c. prosecution is given a difficult burden -d. evidence required must be a proof beyond reasonable doubt ◘ Bill of Rights is one of the sources of Criminal Law Procedures in the Philippines. True ◘ It is defined as the branch of public law, which defines crimes, treats of their nature, and provides for their punishment. Criminal Law ◘ Revised Penal Code: blank; special law: blank; ordinance: blank a. a felony; an infraction of an ordinance; offense; -b. a felony; offense; an infraction of an ordinance c. an infraction of an ordinance; felony; offense; d. criminal law; offense; crime ◘ All felonies are crimes, but not all crimes are felonies. True ◘ This refers to a person who has violated a penal law and has been found guilty beyond reasonable doubt of the crime charged. -a. convict b. perpetrator c. victim d. detainee ◘ What is the importance or effect of the classification of crime in the administration of criminal justice? a. Nature and extent of crime -b. Decision making and priority in court c. Identify perpetrator d. Intent in the commission of the crime ◘ Identify which of the following is not true. a. The criminal justice system is based on the enacted Criminal Law. b. That there is the law to regulate and prohibit certain acts to maintain peace and order c. Only violations of Criminal Law are being considered and processed in the Criminal Justice system. -d. It is considered a crime even committed without intent.
