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What is an act that would be considered an crime if committed by an adult?
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What is the action committed by a juvenile called that would be considered a crime if committed by an adult?
Delinquent act
How can an 11yr old child be charged as an adult?
If the crime committed can be considered a crime only an adult would commit then the 11 year old can be charged as an adult. For example intentional murder. But this is strictly up to the judge.
Why is Romeo's banishment considered a merciful punishment?
Normally for the crime he committed he would have been put to death.
What are status offenses?
A status offense is an offense that can only be committed by a child. If an adult did the same thing it would not be considered illegal.
What is a status offender?
A status offender refers to a minor who has committed an offense that would not be considered a crime if committed by an adult. These offenses are typically related to behaviors that are prohibited for minors, such as truancy, curfew violations, running away from home, or underage drinking. Status offenders are subject to the juvenile justice system rather than the criminal justice system.
What adult sanctions would be imposed for battery?
'Battery' implies that an assault was committed uisng something other than one's fists and hands, (i.e.: armed) which would make it most probably a felony crime.
What happens if an adult confesses to a serious crime they committed as a child such as murder?
Murder has no statute of limitations, therefore charges can still be brought. Under most circumstances, the courts would certify the individual as an adult and the charges would be heard in criminal court, as any other murder.
How does jail affect minors who have committed murder?
He/she would face the same punishment as a normal person, prison for like 120 years.Added; For a crime that serious, the court would probably move the case from juvenile court to adult court for trial as an adult offender.
Can a 13 year old go to jail for three years?
a 13 year old would NOT go to an adult jail, however, if he/she committed a crime and found guilty, then the would go to juvenile detention centre for the time, if the crime was so severe, they would go until the age of 21 then on to a jail for adults.
What is the main crime in Mexico?
Property crime would be the most common crime committed in Mexico. It would include burglary, larceny, theft, motor vehicle theft, arson, shoplifting, and vandalism.
What would be the course of action if a prisoner committed a crime whilst already doing a sentence?
He or she would be charged with the crime and tried, just as he/she would otherwise.
Can you get charge with a crime if you left the scene with a person who committed attempted murder?
YES you can ! You are 'aiding and abetting' a KNOWN criminal. You would be treated as if you had also committed the crime.
