classification of crimes

classification of crimes

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Chapter 5

Criminal Aspects of Health Care

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Explain what criminal law is, the classification of crimes, and its purpose.
  • Describe the criminal procedure process from arrest through trial.
  • Describe several of the more common crimes that occur in the healthcare setting.

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Criminal law

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Purpose of Criminal Law

  • Maintain Public Order & Safety
  • Protect Individuals
  • Use Punishment as a Deterrent
  • Provide for Criminal Rehabilitation
  • What are the definitions of a crime, misdemeanor & felony?

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Definitions

  • Crime – social harm defined & made punishable by law.
  • Misdemeanor – offense punishable by less than 1 year in jail and/or a fine.
  • Felony – imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than a year.
  • What is an arraignment?

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Arraignment

  • Formal reading of the accusatory instrument
  • a generic term that describes a variety of documents, each of which accuses a defendant of an offense
  • includes the setting of bail
  • What is the purpose of a conference with the defendant and prosecutor?