Question

Distinguish between violent and non violent moment

Answer 1

When an individual is charged with a crime, it can fall into two categories in regards to violence: violent and non-violent crimes. The difference between the two is evident in definition, severity and sentences. Non-violent crimes are defined as a crime where no injury or force is used on another person. Non-violent crimes are often measured in terms of loss to the victim or economic damage. Non-violent crimes are most often some type of theft or larceny.

Violent crimes, on the other hand, are considered offenses against a person. This means that another person's physical body was harmed during the committing of a crime. The way that non-violent and violent crimes are penalized is important to understand.

Examples of non-violent crimes

There is a broad spectrum of offenses that is covered by the term non-violent crimes. Most often, these are property crimes, and may include the following:

BriberyProstitutionTax crimes, fraud and other white collar crimeEmbezzlement, personal property arson, receipt of stolen goods or theftAlcohol and drug-related crimesGambling and racketeering

These are some of the more common examples of non-violent crimes that an individual may face.

Examples of violent crimes

Violent crimes typically carry harsher penalties, and these are some common offenses:

RobberyFalse imprisonmentDomestic violenceAssault and batteryHomicidesSexual abuse and assault

If a non-violent crime is committed and it leads to violence toward another person, it may be moved up to be considered a violent crime. For example, if a person uses a gun to force another to sign a contract against his or her will, the crime has gone from non-violent to violent.