CJ 3400 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1.1: Ten Commandments, Motor Vehicle Theft, Arson
28 Jan 2017
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What is crime: as a natural concept. Fundamentally wrong, strongly disapproved, and deserving of punishment: natural definition of crime. Acts that break the natural law or law from a higher source. Belief that acts are just naturally wrong. In criminal law, these are called mala in se offenses. Behaviors that are wrong in and of themselves. Rape, murder, etc: legally, crime is only an offense that violates the criminal law. These are defined by the government by passage of laws. Knowingly: behaviors that are committed with knowledge that an outcome is likely. Manufacturing a product after testing reveals a high likelihood of deadly defect. Recklessly: behaviors that are committed without due caution for human life or property. Forcing employees to work in dangerous conditions. Negligently: behaviors that are committed as a result of a failure to meet normal or recognized expectations. Failing to follow safety instructions or regulations.
