Definition of Crimes
Crimes against Persons
Crimes against persons are criminal offenses that involve harm or violence directed towards
another person. Here are some common types of crimes against persons:
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Murder: The intentional killing of another person.
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Manslaughter: The killing of another person without the intent to do so, often resulting
from reckless behavior or negligence.
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Assault: The act of threatening or attempting to harm another person.
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Battery: The act of intentionally causing bodily harm to another person.
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Domestic violence: Violence or abuse within a domestic relationship, often including
physical or emotional abuse.
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Child abuse: The physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment or neglect of a child.
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Sexual assault: Any non-consensual sexual contact or activity.
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Rape: Sexual intercourse without the consent of the other person.
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Stalking: The act of following or harassing someone to the point where they feel threatened
or unsafe.
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Hate crimes: Crimes committed against someone because of their race, religion, ethnicity,
sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics.
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Kidnapping: The act of taking someone away without their consent, often with the intention
of holding them for ransom or committing another crime.
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Human trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, or exploitation of individuals through
the use of force, fraud, or coercion.
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Terrorism: The use of violence or threats of violence to intimidate or coerce others for
political or social reasons.
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Harassment: Repeatedly contacting or threatening someone with the intent to cause fear or
distress.
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Robbery: The act of stealing from someone by force or threat of force.
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Carjacking: The act of stealing a car by force or threat of force.
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Piracy: The act of attacking and robbing ships at sea.
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Homicide: The killing of another person, including both murder and manslaughter.
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Genocide: The deliberate killing of a large group of people, often based on their ethnicity,
religion, or other personal characteristics.
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Child abduction: The act of taking a child away without the permission of their legal
guardian or parent.
Crimes against Liberty and Society
Crimes against liberty and security are criminal offenses that involve restricting or threatening an
individual's freedom and safety. Here are some common types of crimes against liberty and
security:
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False imprisonment: The act of intentionally restraining or confining someone against their
will.
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Human trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, or exploitation of individuals through
the use of force, fraud, or coercion.
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Kidnapping: The act of taking someone away without their consent, often with the intention
of holding them for ransom or committing another crime.
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Unlawful detention: The act of detaining someone without legal justification or authority.
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Blackmail: The act of threatening to reveal embarrassing or damaging information about
someone unless they comply with the blackmailer's demands.
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Extortion: The act of using threats or intimidation to obtain money or property from
someone.
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Harassment: Repeatedly contacting or threatening someone with the intent to cause fear or
distress.
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Identity theft: The act of using someone's personal information without their consent to
commit fraud or other criminal activity.
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Cyberstalking: Using the internet or other forms of electronic communication to harass or
threaten someone.
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Invasion of privacy: The act of violating someone's right to privacy, such as by using
hidden cameras or listening devices.
Crimes against Property
Crimes against property are criminal offenses that involve the theft, damage, or destruction of
property belonging to another person. Here are some common types of crimes against property
with definitions:
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Theft: The act of taking someone else's property without their permission or consent.
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Burglary: The act of breaking into someone's property with the intention of committing a
crime, often theft.
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Robbery: The act of stealing from someone by force or threat of force.
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Embezzlement: The act of stealing money or property that has been entrusted to you by
someone else, such as an employer or client.
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Vandalism: The act of intentionally damaging or destroying someone else's property.
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Arson: The act of intentionally setting fire to someone else's property.
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Fraud: The act of deceiving someone for personal or financial gain, such as by using false
information to obtain money or property.
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Forgery: The act of creating or using fake documents or signatures for personal or financial
gain.
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Intellectual property theft: The act of stealing someone else's intellectual property, such as
patents, trademarks, or copyrights.
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Trespassing: The act of entering or remaining on someone else's property without their
permission.
Crimes against Chasity
Crimes against chastity are criminal offenses that involve sexual acts or behavior that are
considered immoral, indecent, or inappropriate. Here are some common types of crimes against
chastity with definitions:
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Adultery: The act of engaging in sexual activity with someone who is not your spouse
while you are still married.
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Fornication: The act of engaging in sexual activity outside of marriage.
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Prostitution: The act of exchanging sexual services for money or other forms of
compensation.
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Bigamy: The act of marrying someone while still legally married to someone else.
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Incest: Sexual activity between family members who are too closely related by blood or
marriage.
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Obscenity: The distribution or creation of material (such as pornography) that is considered
to be offensive or indecent.
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Sodomy: Sexual activity that is considered to be unnatural, such as anal or oral sex.