1. What is a crime? A crime is an act that violates the laws of the State, or National government.

2. Two Types of Crime 1.Felony – a crime punishable by death, or imprisonment for more than one year. 2.Misdemeanor – a crime punishable by a fine, or imprisonment for less than one year.

3. Felonies Arson Burglary Distribution of illegal drugs Grand theft Rape Murder Vandalism of Federal property

4. Misdemeanors Traffic violations Trespassing Petty theft – under $500 Public intoxication Indecent exposure Driving under the influence Prostitution

5. Why do people commit crimes? Poverty Anger Revenge Survival Personality

6. How does crime impact its victims? Physical harm – Injuries Emotional harm – Fear, anger, grief (for victims and their families) Loss of property – Some items are irreplaceable

7. Victim’s Impact Statement In some trials, the victim or their family will give statements to the jury that describe how the crime affected their life. http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cf m?guidAssetId=A78A449C-17DD-4423-BD69- 0101B3D8716C&blnFromSearch=1&productco de=US http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cf m?guidAssetId=A78A449C-17DD-4423-BD69- 0101B3D8716C&blnFromSearch=1&productco de=US

8. Performance Task Each group of 2 will be given a card that describes a crime that was committed against you or a member of your family. You will write a Victim’s Impact Statement describing how the crime affected you physically and emotionally. You will also include the punishment you think the criminal deserves and why you feel that way.