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- 2. Corruption involves the misuse of public power or position for personal gain, typically involving bribery, embezzlement, or abuse of authority for illegal benefits.
- 4. In the legal context, a charge refers to the formal accusation made against a suspect, outlining the specific criminal offense they are alleged to have committed.
- 7. A suspect is a person who is believed to have committed or been involved in a crime based on available evidence and information.
- 9. Arrest is the act of taking a person into custody by law enforcement authorities due to suspicion of committing a crime.
- 10. crime Organized crime refers to criminal activities carried out by a structured group or criminal organization for financial gain and often involves complex networks and hierarchies.
- 12. Crime refers to any unlawful act or behavior that is punishable by law. It can range from minor offenses such as petty theft to serious crimes like murder or terrorism.
- 13. Investigation is the process of gathering and examining evidence and facts related to a crime or an alleged criminal act. It is conducted by law enforcement agencies to determine the truth and identify the responsible parties.
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- 1. Evidence is any information, object, or material that is presented in court or during an investigation to support or disprove a claim or allegation related to a crime.
- 3. Prosecution is the legal process by which a government authority, typically a district attorney or a prosecutor, brings criminal charges against an individual or entity accused of committing a crime.
- 5. Is the process done of disguising the illegal origins of funds, typically obtained through criminal activities, to make them appear legitimate and clean.
- 6. Sentence is the punishment or penalty imposed by a court on a person found guilty of a crime. It can range from fines to imprisonment or other forms of punishment, depending on the severity of the crime.
- 8. refers to the illegal production, transportation, distribution, and sale of controlled substances such as narcotics, drugs, or illicit substances.
- 11. A witness is a person who has seen, heard, or has relevant information about a crime or an event and is called upon to testify in court or during an investigation.