Asked by Serena Takhar on May 30, 2024
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Katie is convicted of arson. Her crime is classified as which of the following?
A) A misdemeanor
B) A felony
C) A petty offense
D) An infraction
Arson
The willful and malicious burning of a building (and, in some states, personal property) owned by another. Arson statutes have been extended to cover the destruction of any building, regardless of ownership, by fire or explosion.
Convicted
The act of being declared guilty of a crime by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law.
Felony
A crime—such as arson, murder, assault, or robbery—that carries the most severe sanctions. Sanctions range from one year in a state or federal prison to the death penalty.
- Acknowledge the classification of crimes as misdemeanors, felonies, petty offenses, and infractions, and understand the implications of each classification.
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Ronny BucicaJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Arson is typically classified as a felony due to the potential for significant property damage and danger to human life.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the classification of crimes as misdemeanors, felonies, petty offenses, and infractions, and understand the implications of each classification.