criminal justice

Concealed Weapon

Hiding a weapon (like a gun or knife) on your body or in your things without a permit.

Destructive Device

A bomb or other explosive made to cause damage or harm.

Brandishing a Firearm

Waving or showing a gun in a threatening way.

Stalking

Repeatedly following, watching, or threatening someone, making them feel scared.

Child Abduction

Taking a child away from their parent or legal guardian without permission.

Loaded Firearm

A gun that has bullets in it and is ready to shoot.

Harmful or Obscene Matter

Sexual or gross content shown to kids or sent to others that the law says is harmful.

Kidnapping

Forcing someone to go somewhere against their will or keeping them trapped.

Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor

Helping or encouraging a kid to break the law.

Child Pornography

Photos, videos, or other media showing sexual acts with minors—completely illegal.

Indecent Exposure

Showing your private parts in public on purpose.

Unlawful Assembly

Gathering in a group to do something violent, illegal, or threatening.

Aggravated Assault

Attacking someone with the intent to hurt them badly, often with a weapon.

Trespassing

Going onto someone else’s land or property without permission.

Disturbing the Peace

Making loud noise, starting fights, or causing trouble in public.

Child Neglect

Not taking care of a child’s basic needs, like food, safety, and health.

Domestic Violence

Hurting or threatening someone in your home or relationship.

Malice Aforethought

Planning to kill or seriously hurt someone, or not caring if they die.

Mayhem

Hurting someone so badly they lose the use of a body part (like a hand or eye).

Riot

A violent and out-of-control group event that threatens people or property.