Certainly! Here are the best descriptions for each type of crime:
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Statutory crimes: Crimes that violate specific statutes or regulations enacted by a legislative body (e.g., underage drinking, selling alcohol to minors).
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Inchoate crimes: Crimes that are incomplete or unfinished, such as conspiracy or attempted murder, where the criminal intent is present but the crime has not been fully carried out.
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Personal crimes: Crimes that directly harm or threaten harm to individuals, such as assault, robbery, or homicide.
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Property crimes: Crimes that involve the illegal taking or destruction of someone else's property, such as burglary, theft, or vandalism.
You can match them as follows:
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Statutory crimes: Crimes violating specific regulations (e.g., underage drinking).
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Inchoate crimes: Unfinished crimes (e.g., conspiracy or attempt).
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Personal crimes: Direct harm to individuals (e.g., assault).
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Property crimes: Theft or destruction of property (e.g., burglary).