Definition of crime?Charateristics and cuases of crime short note
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In ordinary language, a crime is an unlawful act punishable by a state or other authority.
A crime or offence (or criminal offence) is an act harmful not only to some individual but also to a community, society or the state ("a public wrong"). Such acts are forbidden and punishable by law.
Many different causes and correlates of crime have been proposed with varying degree of empirical support. They include socioeconomic, psychological, biological, and behavioral factors. Controversial topics include media violence research and effects of gun politics.
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an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government especially : a gross violation of law. 2 : a grave offense especially against morality. 3 : criminal activity efforts to fight crime. 4 : something reprehensible, foolish, or disgraceful It's a crime to waste good food.2