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The only crime specifically defined by the framers of the constitution is?
The only crime specifically mentioned in the Constitution is "treason". The Constitution is suitably vague on other crimes, merely referring to the possibility of "high crimes and misdemeanors". This allows some flexibility for interpretation - which is exactly what the writers intended.
What is the only crime mentioned in the constitution?
Treason is the only crime defined in the Constitution.The US Constitution, in Article I, Section 5 mentions treason and "breach of the peace."Section 8 mentions "counterfeiting the securities and current coin of the United States" and "piracies and felonies committed on the high seas."Article II, Section 4 mentions treason and bribery.Article III, Section 3 defines treason against the United States as "only in levying war against them, or in adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort."
What are the four types of unlawful behavior that the constitution refers to?
I'm pretty sure that it's high crime, bribery, misdemeanor, and treason.
Why must the senate approve of certain high officials appointed by the president?
The Senate must approve of certain high officials appointed by the President because it is required to do so the US Constitution. The process is outlined in Article Two of the United States Constitution.
What issue does article V issue in the constitution?
Article V of the US Constitution contains a most unusual option; unusual because it has never been used in the history of the country. Why? Because Congress refuses to obey this provision, which says that Congress "shall" convene a convention of state delegates with the power to propose amendments to the Constitution. The one and only explicit requirement has long been satisfied. Much more than 2/3 of the states have asked for a convention. In fact, over 750 applications from all 50 states have been submitted; they can be examine on the website of Friends of the Article V Convention at foavc.org.
What is high crime described in article three of the amendment?
The constitution does not really define what a high crime is, however scholars agree that bribery, perjury and treason all constitute a high crime.
Why is Native Americans crime rate is so high?
It is described especially in the works of Shaw or Sutherland. See Wikipedia article "Social disorganization theory."
The only crime specifically defined by the framers of the constitution is?
The only crime specifically mentioned in the Constitution is "treason". The Constitution is suitably vague on other crimes, merely referring to the possibility of "high crimes and misdemeanors". This allows some flexibility for interpretation - which is exactly what the writers intended.
Does unprovoked flight plus high-crime area equals reasonable suspicion?
Yes, under the circumstances described, it could.
What is the only crime mentioned in the constitution?
Treason is the only crime defined in the Constitution.The US Constitution, in Article I, Section 5 mentions treason and "breach of the peace."Section 8 mentions "counterfeiting the securities and current coin of the United States" and "piracies and felonies committed on the high seas."Article II, Section 4 mentions treason and bribery.Article III, Section 3 defines treason against the United States as "only in levying war against them, or in adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort."
What are the four types of unlawful behavior that the constitution refers to?
I'm pretty sure that it's high crime, bribery, misdemeanor, and treason.
Why must the senate approve of certain high officials appointed by the president?
The Senate must approve of certain high officials appointed by the President because it is required to do so the US Constitution. The process is outlined in Article Two of the United States Constitution.
When was High on the Crime created?
High on the Crime was created in 2005.
What is the only crime defined by the us constitution?
Treason; however it does refer to "high crimes and misdemeanors" as the basis for impeachment and removal from office of federal officials. It does not textually specify what these are.
When was High Crime created?
High Crime was created in 1973.
Is South Africa high in crime?
I live in south africa and the crime rate is not that high anymore
What reason does constitution give for impeaching a president?
The phrase in article II section 4 is " Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors." Exactly what other high crimes and misdemeanors are is decided by the House of Representatives if and when they vote for impeachment.
