Chapter 9 Self Quiz

Property Offenses

.

Most criminal offenses in the United States are this type of offense.

. This is the unlawful entry of a structure with the intent to commit a felony or theft.

. According to the FBI's hierarchy rule, if a burglar breaks into a dwelling, steals a laptop computer, and sprays the walls with graffiti which offense is recorded?

. In the context of this chapter, what is a fence?

. What is the unlawful taking of property from another person?

. Which is the most common of all offenses reported to the police?

. Which represents the largest category of retail losses?

. Which is the most likely reason that juveniles might shoplift?

. This is a known misrepresentation or concealment in a transaction that is made with the intent to deceive another.

. What is the term for stealing credit card information through the use of a device that records the information?

. According to Lemert, this type of check forger does not believe his or her actions will hurt anyone.

. Which is the most likely motivation for arson?

. According to the FBI's hierarchy rule, if an arson and a murder are committed in the same offense, which is recorded?

. Which type of juvenile fire-setter has the highest rate of recidivism?

. Where does the word "curfew" come from?

Back to top