1. Battery
Definition: An attempt to hurt another person either through physical harm or a threat of such action.
Punishments: Fine, probation, and imprisonment from 6 months up to 20 years.
2. Assault
Definition: Intent to commit battery against another person.
Punishments: Fines, imprisonment up to 10 years, or even longer if the offense is severe.
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3. Burglary
Definition: Unauthorized entry into another person’s property to commit an offense.
Punishments: Fines, and imprisonment between 1 year to 20 years.
4. Robbery
Definition: Forcing or threatening someone to take their property.
Penalties: Fines and imprisonment (5 to 25 years or more).
5. Theft
Definition: Taking property without consent.
Penalties: Fines and imprisonment (depending on the value of the stolen item).
6. Fraud
Definition: Deception for personal or financial gain.
Penalties: Fines, restitution, and imprisonment (up to 30 years in extreme cases).
7. Embezzlement
Definition: Misappropriation of funds entrusted to someone.
Penalties: Restitution, fines, and imprisonment up to 10 years or more.
8. Forgery
Definition: Counterfeiting of documents or signatures.
Penalties: Fines and imprisonment between 1 and 10 years.
9. Identity Theft
Definition: The crime of using one’s identity to commit a felony.
Penalties: Fines, restitution, and imprisonment between 1 and 15 years.
10. Drug Possession
Definition: The illegal possession of controlled drugs.
Penalties: Fines, mandatory rehabilitation, or imprisonment between 1 and 20 years.
11. Drug Trafficking
Definition: Manufacturing, distribution, and selling illicit drugs.
Penalties: Long-term imprisonment (10 years to life) and heavy fines.
12. DUI/DWI (Driving Under the Influence)
Definition: Driving a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.
Penalties: Fines, suspension of license, and imprisonment (up to 10 years for repeat offenders).
13. Manslaughter
Definition: Killing another person without intent (either voluntary or involuntary).
Penalties: Imprisonment (5 to 20 years or more).
14. Murder
Definition: Intentional and unlawful killing of another person.
Penalties: Life imprisonment or capital punishment.
15. Arson
Definition: Intentionally setting fire to property.
Sentences: Imprisonment (2 to 25 years) and fines.
16. Vandalism
Definition: Intentional damage to property.
Sentences: Fines, community service, and possible imprisonment (up to 5 years).
17. Kidnapping
Definition: Unlawful confinement or transportation of a person.
Sentences: Long-term imprisonment (5 years to life).
18. Domestic Violence
Definition: Abuse or violence in a domestic relationship.
Sentences: Fines, mandatory counseling, and imprisonment (up to 10 years).
19. Sexual Assault
Definition: Non-consensual sexual contact or behavior.
Penalties: Imprisonment for 5 years to life; mandatory registration as a sex offender.
20. Cybercrime
Definition: Crimes committed over the Internet, such as hacking or phishing.
Penalties: Fines, restitution, and imprisonment up to 20 years.
