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Define the General Provisions of the Penal Code (5 questions
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· Review the definitions from §1.07 (see chart 17A) · Objectives of the code:
· Conduct 1. Statute 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Insure public safety through deterrence, rehabilitation, & punishment Define and grade offenses to give fair warning Prescribe penalties proportionate to seriousness Safeguard conduct that is without guilt Guide and limit the exercise of official discretion in law enforcement Define the scope of state interest in law enforcement does not constitute an offense unless defined by: 2. Municipal Ordinance 3. Order of County Commissioner’s Court 4. Rule authorized by & lawfully adopted under statute BUT THE PENAL CODE RULES · Texas has jurisdiction when the conduct or a result that is an element of the offense occurs within the State, an act in furtherance of conspiracy occurs in the State, for homicide either the death occurs in the State or the body is found in the State. Includes the land, water, and air space of the State. |
