Exam 2 Study on Types of Homicide and Related Crimes

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to homicide, accomplice liability, robbery, sexual offenses, and related legal concepts essential for Exam 2.

Capital Murder

A type of murder that is punishable by the death penalty and is committed purposefully.

Non-capital Murder

Murder that does not carry the death penalty and is committed purposefully, including felony murder and depraved heart murder.

Voluntary Manslaughter

The act of unlawfully killing another person without premeditation, often in mitigating circumstances such as heat of passion.

Involuntary Manslaughter

The unlawful killing of another human being unintentionally, often resulting from reckless actions.

Criminally Negligent Homicide

A crime resulting in death caused by reckless or criminally negligent acts.

Accomplice Liability

Legal responsibility incurred by someone who knowingly aids or assists in the commission of a crime.

Robbery

The act of theft involving force, threat, or assault against a person.

Theft

The unlawful taking of property without the use of force.

Rape in the First Degree

Sexual intercourse by forcible compulsion or with someone incapable of consent.

Rape in the Second Degree

Sexual intercourse involving a victim aged 12-15 with an actor who is 16 or older and at least 2 years older.

Sexual Misconduct

Engaging in intercourse or sodomy without valid consent, due to fraud or lack of awareness.

Burden of Proof in Self Defense

The responsibility that lies upon the prosecution to prove that self-defense was not justified.

Kidnapping

The unlawful movement or confinement of a person against their will.

Conspiracy

An agreement between two or more persons to commit a crime at a future date.

False Imprisonment

The unlawful restraint of an individual's personal freedom.

Embezzlement

The illegal taking or misappropriation of money or property entrusted to an individual's care.

Choice of Evils

A legal defense stating that a defendant's illegal actions were necessary to avoid harm.