Criminal Law Fundamentals Quiz
Test your knowledge of criminal law elements and procedures.
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1. What is the actus reus requirement for crime?
Guilty act
Guilty mind
Harm caused
Victim consent
2. What is the mens rea requirement?
Guilty act
Guilty mind
Physical harm
Weapon used
3. What is first-degree murder?
Negligent killing
Second-degree intent
Premeditated killing
Accidental death
4. What defense justifies force to prevent imminent harm?
Insanity
Duress
Intoxication
Self-defense
5. What does "beyond reasonable doubt" mean?
Highest burden of proof
More likely than not
Probable cause
Preponderance of evidence
6. What is the Miranda warning requirement?
Required at trial
Required during custodial interrogation
Required for arrest
Required for sentencing
7. What is felony murder?
Killing with intent
Voluntary manslaughter
Death during commission of felony
Negligent homicide
8. What is the difference between larceny and robbery?
Value of property
Location of crime
Type of property
Use of force
9. What is an accomplice?
Person who assists in crime
Witness to crime
Victim of crime
Defense attorney
10. What is voluntary manslaughter?
Premeditated killing
Killing in heat of passion
Killing without intent
Attempted murder