Vocabulary / Ten Code Quiz

Question or Hint Answer or Word

Criminal Law Body of rules that define crimes, set punishments and mandate procedures
Nomenclature Describes the parts of something (like handcuffs)
Violation Offense other than a traffic infraction for which a sentence up to 15 days may be imposed
Misdemeanor Offense for which imprisonment may be imposed in excess of 15 days up to one year
Stare Decisis "Let the decision stand" - used in precedent setting court cases
DNA Deoxyribonucleic Acid
Bailiff Law Enforcement officer who provides order & security within the courtroom
Corpus Delicti Concrete evidence of a crime ( necessary elements of a crime)
Actus Reus One of two necessary elements to commit a crime - the physical bad act
Mens Rea One of two necessary elements to commit a crime (the mental intent)
10-46 Next transmission confidential
10-47 Dangerous possibly armed
10-50 Residence
10-51 Police officer involved
10-55 Request for data
10-66 Vehicle service
10-70 Panic alarm
10-71 Bank/hold up alarm
10-72 Commercial alarm
10-73 Residential alarm