Criminal Charge Definition Explained

Summary

A charge is considered criminal when it involves a violation of criminal law, such as crimes against persons (e.G., murder, assault, robbery), crimes against property (e.G., theft, arson, vandalism), or other offenses defined as criminal by law. Criminal charges are defined by statutes, not directly by the constitution. These statutes often, but not always, involve a victim. However, crimes like drug possession can be victimless but still criminal. Your specific location can impact how laws are applied.

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Does the constitution state that there has to be a victim in order for the charge to be criminal
Criminal charges are defined by statutes, not directly by the constitution. These statutes often, but not always, involve a victim. However, crimes like drug possession can be victimless but still criminal. Your specific location can impact how laws are applied.