Crime Collocations

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1. What phrase describes being arrested and in the custody of the police in preparation for the filing of a charge?

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When someone is arrested and in police custody before being charged, they are commonly described as being (PUT SOMEONE /BE) UNDER ARREST.

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2. What term describes the fact of being able to prove to have been elsewhere when a crime in question was committed?

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An alibi is a form of evidence where the individual can prove they were not present at the scene of the crime at the time it was committed.

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3. What is the process of applying to a superior court to review a case or particular issue?

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When one is dissatisfied with the outcome of a court case, they can make an appeal to a superior court to review the case or particular issue.

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4. How should you respond to accusations in order to assert your innocence?
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5. What is the term used to describe the act of capturing, trying, and usually punishing a criminal or outlaw?

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The correct term for capturing, trying, and usually punishing a criminal or outlaw is 'BRING / BE BROUGHT TO JUSTICE'. It represents the legal process of ensuring accountability and possibly imposing penalties for unlawful actions.

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6. What is the term used to describe the process of concealing the source of money obtained by illicit means?

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Money laundering is the process of making illegally-gained proceeds appear legal by concealing the true source and disguising the flow of funds.

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7. Engage in a course of violent, frenzied behaviour.

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The correct phrase that corresponds to the description of engaging in violent, frenzied behavior is 'GO ON THE RAMPAGE.' This phrase embodies the idea of acting aggressively and uncontrollably.

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8. What is a financially motivated, nonviolent crime committed for illegal monetary gain?

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White-collar crime typically involves deceit, concealment, or violation of trust, rather than the use of force or violence.

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What phrase describes being arrested and in the custody of the police...
What term describes the fact of being able to prove to have been...
What is the process of applying to a superior court to review a case...
How should you respond to accusations in order to assert your...
What is the term used to describe the act of capturing, trying, and...
What is the term used to describe the process of concealing the source...
Engage in a course of violent, frenzied behaviour.
What is a financially motivated, nonviolent crime committed for...
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