OVERVIEW

The corpus of law that deals with crime is known as criminal law. It requires behaviour that is deemed to be dangerous, damaging, or in any way dangerous to one's own property, health, safety, or welfare, among other people's. The majority of criminal law is established by statute, meaning that legislators enact the laws. People who break these laws are subject to punishment and rehabilitation under criminal law.

The body of legislation known as criminal law establishes and penalises criminal offences. This is a synopsis:
Important Elements:
1. Acts : A prohibited action or omission is an example of a physical component of a crime.
2. Intent : The mental component that necessitates a particular mental state, like as intent, carelessness, or recklessness.
3. Culpability: The extent of one's accountability or culpability for the offence.

Types of Crimes:
Felonies: Serious crimes, like murder, theft, or assault, punishable by imprisonment or fines.
Misdemeanors: Less serious crimes, like traffic offenses or petty theft, punishable by fines or short-term imprisonment.
White-collar crimes: Non-violent crimes, like fraud or embezzlement, often committed by professionals.

Process of Criminal Justice:
Investigating: Compiling data and locating potential culprits.
Arrest and Charge: Putting suspects in custody and bringing official charges.
Trial: Making your case in front of a judge or jury.
Sentencing is the process of imposing penalties, like jail time, fines, or probation.
Protections:
Self-protection
Madness