1. What does burglary mean?
2. What is the specific term used for a person who commits fraud?
3. What is the primary purpose or function of violent crimes?
Types of Crimes — examples?
Burglary, robbery, assault, murder, kidnapping, fraud.
Perpetrators — role?
Individuals who commit specific crimes.
Violent Crimes — include?
Assault, murder, kidnapping, manslaughter, mugging, harassment.
Property Crimes — examples?
Burglary, arson, vandalism, shoplifting, embezzlement, forgery.
Cyber Crimes — types?
Hacking, online fraud, identity theft, phishing.
Terrorism — goal?
Create fear to achieve political or ideological aims.
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