Exam 15: Comparative Criminal Justice

The term 'commercialized vices' refers to the systematic provision of illegal sexual or gambling services in violation of applicable laws.

__________ systems,the basis for both English and American law,are based on legal precedents established by both law and court decisions,so laws are continually refined by courts on a case-by-case basis.

The term ___________ refers to the sharing of values to the point of harmonious accommodation of divergent views.

__________ law systems,as are found throughout most of Europe,are the most common type and are based on legal rules or codes that are written to cover all possibilities of behavior.

'Synnomie' refers to a normlessness or lack of attachment felt by some people toward their society.

__________ involves the disguising of funds obtained from illegal activity,using banks or businesses,to make it appear as lawful income.

The __________ interviews representative samples of citizens from around the world about their experiences with crime.

Offenses in which the planning and execution of the crime involve more than one country are referred to as __________.

__________ systems control the distribution of property and power in a society in addition to addressing individual legal problems.

__________ law systems,found in many Middle Eastern countries,are based in the Muslim religion,so they address acts against both God and individuals.

What is the International Crime Victim Survey and what do we use it for?

Court orders for documents or witnesses outside a specific country are called __________.

Countries with high crime rates appear to have developed strong social control through family systems and religious tradition,practice,and belief.

__________ law systems control the distribution of property and power in a society in addition to addressing individual legal problems.

__________ law systems,the basis for both English and American law,are based on legal precedents established by both law and court decisions,so laws are continually refined by courts on a case-by-case basis.

__________ involves the misuse of power or position for unlawful gain or advantage.

Obtaining the property of another or unfair competitive advantage due to threats of future physical injury,property damage,or exposure to criminal charges,as part of an ongoing criminal enterprise is known as __________.

Court orders for documents or witnesses outside a specific country are called __________ subpoenas.

Crimes against the peace and security of mankind as defined by international agreements between countries,such as genocide and torture are referred to as __________.

The __________ was established by consensus of the United Nations membership in 2002.It has jurisdiction over serious international crimes,such as genocide,war crimes,and crimes against humanity.