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Crime is something you're not supposed to do, but it is more than that. It is something that society has prohibited as a matter of law, but it is more than that, too.

The Criminal Lawyer’s Guide to Criminal Law (with pictures!)

Part 1: Crime

Page 2: Crime is more than just “bad”

NARRATOR

Well, crime is something you’re not SUPPOSED to do…

…but there’s more to it than that.

Smirking woman in embrace

NARRATOR

Cheating on your boyfriend might be WRONG, but it’s not a CRIME.

Crime is something more than merely rude, improper or objectionable behavior. It’s something society has prohibited as a matter of LAW.

But it’s not simply stuff that’s against the law, either.

Boss firing a leprechaun-looking guy.

NARRATOR

If you fire someone for being Irish, you could be sued for discrimination, but you won’t go to jail for it.

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