Crime refers to an act or the commission of an act that is forbidden or punishable by law. It encompasses a wide range of behaviors that violate legal statutes, which can vary by jurisdiction but generally include acts such as theft, assault, murder, and fraud. Crimes are typically categorized into two main types: felonies, which are serious offenses that can result in significant penalties including imprisonment, and misdemeanors, which are less severe offenses with lighter penalties. The legal definition of crime also involves the concept of culpability, meaning that the individual committing the crime must have intent or knowledge of their wrongdoing. Different societies and legal systems may have various definitions and classifications of crime, influenced by cultural norms, values, and laws. The study of crime, its causes, effects, and responses, falls within the field of criminology.
A 15-year-old girl in Fukuoka, Japan, faces attempted murder charges after allegedly attacking her 16-year-old friend with an ice pick. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening chest wound, but the incident…