Unit 3: Recognizing Distinctive Types of Crime

offense

A violation of the law that can result in legal action, typically categorized as felonies or misdemeanors, depending on the severity

establish

to set up; initiate

perpetrator

the person who commits a crime or unlawful act

flee

to run away from a situation or an authority, often to avoid arrest or prosecution

dominate

to have control or influence over others

intoxicated

the state of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs

speculate

to form a theory about a subject without firm evidence

property

refers to something that is owned by an individual or entity

compare

to examine the similarities among two or more items

contrast

to identify the differences between two or more items

similar

describes items that share characteristics or qualities

scene

a location where an event or crime occurred, often used in investigations to gather evidence

dismissive

refers to a lack of interest or concern; showing that something is not worth attention

fraud

deliberate deception intended to cause financial gain

smuggle

to illegally transport goods or people across borders

statutory

refers to offenses defined by written laws or statutes, often involving violations of specific legislative acts

rapport

a close and harmonious relationship that enhances mutual understanding

victim

a person harmed or injured by a crime

assult

a violent attack or threat against another person

bribery

the act of giving or receiving something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in charge

informant

a person who provides information, often to law enforcement about criminal activities or suspects