CRIMINAL LAW Objective: Define the elements present in all crimes Describe crimes that commonly occur in the business environment Bellwork: At one point in time in our history their was only one punishment for felonies… death. Come up with one argument for this and one argument against.

1. Crimes against a person  (assault and battery, kidnapping, rape, murder) 2. Crimes against property  (theft, robbery, embezzlement) 3. Crimes against the government  (treason, tax evasion, perjury) 4. Crimes against public peace and order  (rioting, disorderly conduct, speeding) 5. Crimes against realty  (burglary, arson, criminal trespass) 6. Crimes against consumers  (fraudulent sale of securities, violation of the pure food and drug laws) 7. Crimes against decency  (bigamy, obscenity, prostitution)

 Crimes are classified as either felonies or misdemeanors.  A felony is a crime punishable by confinement for more than a year in a state prison or by a fine of more than $1,000, or both – or possibly death. ▪ Murder, kidnapping, arson, rape, robbery, burglary, embezzlement, forgery, theft of large sums, and perjury are examples.  A misdemeanor is a less serious crime. It is usually punishable by confinement in a county or city jail for less than one year, by fine, or both. ▪ Disorderly conduct and speeding are possible misdemeanors. ▪ Some states classify lesser misdemeanors as infractions. Persons convicted of infractions can only be fined.

 The death penalty is a very contested topic.  I want the three groups at the front of the room to research and formulate a pro-capital punishment response.  The three groups at the back of the room will research and formulate a response against capital punishment.  I will give you 30 minutes to research then each group will present their arguments to persuade us to their side.

 Turn in your groups arguments either to me or in the drop folder with ALL members of your group listed.