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Vocabulary List # 1. 1. Abduction- the crime of forcibly taking or carrying away a person (Kidnapping) 2. Abortion- The act of destroying a human fetus prematurely before it is capable of maintaining life. 3. Accessory- contributing to or aiding in a crime. (Before or after).
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Vocabulary List # 1 • 1. Abduction- the crime of forcibly taking or carrying away a person (Kidnapping) 2. Abortion- The act of destroying a human fetus prematurely before it is capable of maintaining life. • 3. Accessory- contributing to or aiding in a crime. (Before or after)
4. Accomplice- one who with common intent participates with another or others in the commission or attempted commission of a crime. (During) • 5. Acquittal- In a criminal case, a finding that the defendant is not guilty.
6. Admissible Evidence- evidence that is lawfully received by a court. • 7. Adversary System- a term for our system of justice where contesting parties present opposing views.
8. Affidavit- a written and signed statement or fact that is sworn under oath. • 9. Aid and Abet- to knowingly help or encourage another to commit a crime. • 10. Alias- an assumed name.