Types of CrimesA crime is an act against the public good, punishable by a fine, imprisonment, or both. There are two main classifications of crime. The first classification of crime is a felony. A felony is a serious offense punishable by imprisonment or death. Murder, manslaughter, burglary, robbery, and arson are examples of crimes. The second major classification of a crime is a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is a less serious crime with a less severe penalty. Crimes that are not so serious are known as petty crimes. Driving a car without a license, lying about your age to purchase alcohol, and leaving the scene of a car accident are all examples of misdemeanors. Crimes are defined by two elements. The first element is the criminal act. Each law that defines a crime must specifically specify the conduct prohibited by that law. The criminal act must also involve voluntary conduct. The second element is the required state of mind. The required state of mind is specified in the law defining the crime. In this statue the mental state of mind is required. There are many different crimes against people. Murder is the unlawful killing of another human being. There are two degrees of murder. To be charged with first degree murder you must kill someone with premeditation, use cruel torture in killing someone, and kill someone while it is a crime. Second degree murder is known as manslaughter...