Kind of Law: Criminal and Civil Crimes

The difference between criminal and civil law is:

• Criminal law deals with offenses against the state, while civil law deals with disputes between individuals.

• Criminal law is only about money, while civil law is about punishment.

• Criminal law is always less serious than civil law.

• Criminal law and civil law are the same.

Who defines the law where we live?

• None of these

• Missouri legislators

• Judges define the law where we live.

• Citizens individually define the law where we live.

Answer explanation

What is the most minor criminal crime called?

• Infractions

• Misdemeanors

• Felonies

Do those appear on your criminal record?

• Yes

• Most of the time, no

• Never

What is an example of an infraction?

• Petty theft

• Speeding

• Murder

• DUI

Which kind of law is more serious than an infraction, but less serious than a felony?

• Infractions

• Misdemeanors

• Felonies

Do those appear on your criminal record?

• Yes

• Yes, unless you get it removed

• Never

What is an example of a misdemeanor?

• Speeding

• Parking violation

• Drug trafficking

• Disorderly Conduct

How many classifications of misdemeanors are there?

• Four (Class A, B, C, D)

• Two (Class X, Y)

• Three (Class I, II, III)

• Five (Class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

An example of a Class A misdemeanor is:

• None of these

• First-degree murder

• Jaywalking

• Shoplifting items of moderate value