Question 1

List and explain the primary attributes of a crime.

Accepted Answer

The primary attributes of a crime are:
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Question 2

One goal of the Texas Penal Code is (2 words),which seeks to encourage conformance with the law by threatening a penalty for violating the law.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One goal of the Texas Penal Code...

Question 3

The 8?? Amendment to the U.S.Constitution prohibits punishment for a crime that is:

Accepted Answer

A) disproportionate to the crime committed. 
B) unique to a particular state. 
C) cruel or unusual. 
D) embarrassing to the defendant. 
A) disproportionate to the crime committed. 
B) unique to a particular state. 
C) cruel or unusual. 
D) embarrassing to the defendant.

Question 4

The U.S.Constitution specifically prohibits the enactment of:

Accepted Answer

A) ex parte laws. 
B) ex post facto laws. 
C) extraneous laws. 
D) extracurricular laws. 
A) ex parte laws. 
B) ex post facto laws. 
C) extraneous laws. 
D) extracurricular laws.

Question 5

The use of discretion by the police when enforcing the criminal law is legally permissible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The use of enhanced punishments for repeat offenders is based on the specific deterrence theory of criminal law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In America,criminal offenses are generally divided into two categories based on severity: felonies and ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In America,criminal offenses are generally divided into...

Question 8

The territorial waters of Texas extend three ______ into the Gulf of Mexico.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The territorial waters of Texas extend three...

Question 9

An offense that imports an act of baseness,vileness,or depravity which is contrary to usual and accepted rights and duties of a citizen is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) secular offense. 
B) crime involving moral turpitude. 
C) ipso facto offense. 
D) ecclesiastical offense. 
A) secular offense. 
B) crime involving moral turpitude. 
C) ipso facto offense. 
D) ecclesiastical offense.

Question 10

Texas was an early participant in the 19?? century ___________ movement to clearly spell out in written form the definition of criminal offenses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Texas was an early participant in the...

Question 11

Which of the following offenses is a form of malum prohibitum crime?

Accepted Answer

A) arson 
B) shoplifting 
C) perjury 
D) parking violation 
A) arson 
B) shoplifting 
C) perjury 
D) parking violation

Question 12

What would be the likely result of enactment of a criminal law that is not supported by the bulk of the population? Provide an example to support your answer.

Accepted Answer

Student response should note that laws t

Question 13

A Texas criminal statute can apply to conduct that occurred in another state or foreign country:

Accepted Answer

A) never. 
B) only if the offender is a Texas resident. 
C) only if the offender returns to Texas after commission of the crime. 
D) only if the conduct or result that is an element of the offense occurred in Texas. 
A) never. 
B) only if the offender is a Texas resident. 
C) only if the offender returns to Texas after commission of the crime. 
D) only if the conduct or result that is an element of the offense occurred in Texas.

Question 14

One stated objective of the Texas Penal Code is to insure the public safety through the rehabilitation of offenders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

No crime may be prosecuted without the consent of the human victim of the illegal conduct.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following historical legal systems most strongly influenced American criminal law?

Accepted Answer

A) English Common Law 
B) German Civil Code 
C) Code of Hammurabi 
D) Ten Commandments 
A) English Common Law 
B) German Civil Code 
C) Code of Hammurabi 
D) Ten Commandments

Question 17

The 8?? Amendment requires the states to formally adopt a set of sentencing goals and then adhere to those goals when imposing criminal sentences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In Texas,all crimes are created and defined by some level of governmental entity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

By state constitutional mandate,the specific phrase (8 words)must appear in all Texas indictments.

Accepted Answer

against th

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a stated purpose of the Texas Penal Code? Select the exception.

Accepted Answer

A) insuring public safety by the rehabilitation of criminal offenders 
B) insuring public safety by incarcerating violent offenders 
C) insuring public safety by deterring criminal conduct 
D) safeguarding conduct that is without guilt from condemnation as criminal 
A) insuring public safety by the rehabilitation of criminal offenders 
B) insuring public safety by incarcerating violent offenders 
C) insuring public safety by deterring criminal conduct 
D) safeguarding conduct that is without guilt from condemnation as criminal

List and explain the primary attributes of a crime.

One goal of the Texas Penal Code is (2 words),which seeks to encourage conformance with the law by threatening a penalty for violating the law.

The 8?? Amendment to the U.S.Constitution prohibits punishment for a crime that is:

The U.S.Constitution specifically prohibits the enactment of:

The use of discretion by the police when enforcing the criminal law is legally permissible.

The use of enhanced punishments for repeat offenders is based on the specific deterrence theory of criminal law.

In America,criminal offenses are generally divided into two categories based on severity: felonies and ______________.

The territorial waters of Texas extend three ______ into the Gulf of Mexico.

An offense that imports an act of baseness,vileness,or depravity which is contrary to usual and accepted rights and duties of a citizen is called a(n):

Texas was an early participant in the 19?? century ___________ movement to clearly spell out in written form the definition of criminal offenses.

Which of the following offenses is a form of malum prohibitum crime?

What would be the likely result of enactment of a criminal law that is not supported by the bulk of the population? Provide an example to support your answer.

A Texas criminal statute can apply to conduct that occurred in another state or foreign country:

One stated objective of the Texas Penal Code is to insure the public safety through the rehabilitation of offenders.

No crime may be prosecuted without the consent of the human victim of the illegal conduct.

Which of the following historical legal systems most strongly influenced American criminal law?

The 8?? Amendment requires the states to formally adopt a set of sentencing goals and then adhere to those goals when imposing criminal sentences.

In Texas,all crimes are created and defined by some level of governmental entity.

By state constitutional mandate,the specific phrase (8 words)must appear in all Texas indictments.

Which of the following is NOT a stated purpose of the Texas Penal Code? Select the exception.

Elements of a Crime

The Criminal Law in Daily Practice

Parties to Offenses

Criminal Homicide

Assault and Sexual Assault

Kidnapping and Related Offenses

Property Destruction Offenses

Theft,Fraud,and Related Offenses

Robbery,Burglary,and Criminal Trespass

Offenses Against Government Operations

Public Disorder,Indecency,Health,and Safety Offenses

Intoxication Offenses

Preparatory Offenses and Organized Criminal Activity

General Defenses and Justification

Federal Criminal Law

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Exam 1: Foundations of Criminal Law

List and explain the primary attributes of a crime.

One goal of the Texas Penal Code is (2 words),which seeks to encourage conformance with the law by threatening a penalty for violating the law.

The 8?? Amendment to the U.S.Constitution prohibits punishment for a crime that is:

The U.S.Constitution specifically prohibits the enactment of:

The use of discretion by the police when enforcing the criminal law is legally permissible.

The use of enhanced punishments for repeat offenders is based on the specific deterrence theory of criminal law.

In America,criminal offenses are generally divided into two categories based on severity: felonies and ______________.

The territorial waters of Texas extend three ______ into the Gulf of Mexico.

An offense that imports an act of baseness,vileness,or depravity which is contrary to usual and accepted rights and duties of a citizen is called a(n):

Texas was an early participant in the 19?? century ___________ movement to clearly spell out in written form the definition of criminal offenses.

Which of the following offenses is a form of malum prohibitum crime?

What would be the likely result of enactment of a criminal law that is not supported by the bulk of the population? Provide an example to support your answer.

A Texas criminal statute can apply to conduct that occurred in another state or foreign country:

One stated objective of the Texas Penal Code is to insure the public safety through the rehabilitation of offenders.

No crime may be prosecuted without the consent of the human victim of the illegal conduct.

Which of the following historical legal systems most strongly influenced American criminal law?

The 8?? Amendment requires the states to formally adopt a set of sentencing goals and then adhere to those goals when imposing criminal sentences.

In Texas,all crimes are created and defined by some level of governmental entity.

By state constitutional mandate,the specific phrase (8 words)must appear in all Texas indictments.

Which of the following is NOT a stated purpose of the Texas Penal Code? Select the exception.

Elements of a Crime

The Criminal Law in Daily Practice

Parties to Offenses

Criminal Homicide

Assault and Sexual Assault

Kidnapping and Related Offenses

Property Destruction Offenses

Theft,Fraud,and Related Offenses

Robbery,Burglary,and Criminal Trespass

Offenses Against Government Operations

Public Disorder,Indecency,Health,and Safety Offenses

Intoxication Offenses

Preparatory Offenses and Organized Criminal Activity

General Defenses and Justification

Federal Criminal Law

Filters