Chapter 13 - Crimes Against Morality

What are victimless crimes characterized by?

Victimless crimes are characterized by willing participants in activities such as drug sales, prostitution, and illegal gambling.

What is one hallmark of a victimless crime?

Consensual behavior.

Define prostitution.

Prostitution is the act of offering or engaging in a sexual act for hire.

What is soliciting prostitution?

Soliciting prostitution is requesting, asking, or enticing another to engage in the crime of prostitution.

What does promoting prostitution entail?

Promoting prostitution involves managing, controlling, or facilitating a business for the purpose of prostitution.

What is the definition of a drug?

A drug is any type of substance that has a psychotropic or physical effect on the human body.

What are the two major classes of drugs?

1. Psychologically Active - primarily affects the brain; 2. Physically Active - primarily affects body function.

What is the mandatory minimum sentence disparity for possession of crack cocaine vs. powdered cocaine as established in 1986?

5 grams of crack cocaine requires a 5-year sentence, while 500 grams of powdered cocaine does.

Define prurient interest.

Prurient interest means having or encouraging an excessive interest in sexual matters.

What is pornography?

Pornography refers to sexual behavior depicted in a manner intended to sexually excite the viewer.

Was the New York child pornography law found unconstitutional in New York vs. Ferber?

No.

Which two amendments were in question in New York vs. Ferber?

The 1st and 14th Amendments.

Define bigamy.

Bigamy is the act of marrying one person while being legally married to another.

What is incest?

Incest is a sexual relationship between two closely related family members.

Should incest be unlawful?

Yes, because incest laws exist to protect family structures, prevent abuse, and preserve genetic diversity.

What is bestiality?

Bestiality is sexual relations between a human and an animal.

What is necrophilia?

Necrophilia is having sexual relations with a dead body.

What is gambling?

Gambling is the betting or wagering of something of value on the occurrence or outcome of an event.

What are some effects of victimless crimes on others not involved?

Some effects include strain on public resources, social impact on families, and economic consequences.