Exam 1: Foundations of Criminal Law

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Because of concerns by elected officials that newly enacted laws enjoy popular support,it is accurate to say the lawmaking is a ___________ process.

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Texas asserts jurisdiction over any crime committed against a resident of Texas no matter where in the United States the crime occurred.

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The land,water,and airspace above the land and water where Texas statutes are enforceable is known as the ___________ jurisdiction of the state.

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If a criminal statute fails to provide the kind of notice that will enable the ordinary person to understand what the law prohibits,the statute violates the  (3 words) \text { (3 words) } doctrine.

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The primary purpose of the Texas Penal Code is to punish individuals who violate the statutes contained in the code.

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If,upon conviction,a criminal defendant is ordered to pay a monetary fine,what is the disposition of that fine?

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In the Texas justice system,responsibility for the prosecution of a criminal case lies with the:

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Criminal laws enacted by Texas municipalities are known as:

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Murder and theft are examples of malum in se crimes.

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