Crime Categorization
/ˈkraɪm ˌkætəɡəˈraɪzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic process of classifying offenses according to legal criteria to facilitate prosecution, sentencing, and statistical analysis.
Crime categorization helps law enforcement agencies allocate resources effectively.
Forms
- crime categorization
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Commentary
Crime categorization is essential for consistency in legal proceedings and comparative crime analysis; drafters should clearly distinguish categories to avoid ambiguity in statutes.
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