Definition and Meaning of Crime
A law that relates to a crime is known as criminal law. In these laws, punishment is used as a bearer torch. This is done to prevent and prohibit the citizens to avoid them from unsocial and wild behavior or conduct. Also, this law ensures that the citizens of India are safe. Crime definition in […]
Codification of Law of Crime in India
The history of codification of modern criminal law in India generally begins from the advent of the British rule. However, its roots date back to the Vedic age and the rule of various Hindu and Muslim dynasties. The modern criminal justice system is based on English laws and practices. These practices are practical as well […]
Elements of Crime
Every country usually has its own set of codified laws describing various crimes and punishments. In India, this can be either the Indian Penal Code or any other special criminal laws. Regardless of which laws we refer to, there are always some elements of crime common to all of them. These elements generally constitute the […]
Difference between Crime and Tort
Legal terms often generally become a source of confusion. Two of the terms are Crime and Tort. Sometimes, people use them interchangeably but that is not the reality. Both terms are completely different from each other. Each of them has separate features and consequences. It becomes very essential to understand the real existence of these […]
Stages of Crime
Generally, the term criminal law refers to substantive criminal laws. Substantive criminal laws state crimes and decide punishments. In contrast, Criminal Procedure describes the process by which the courts enforce criminal laws. E.g., the law which prohibits murder is a substantive criminal law. In this article, we will look at the various stages of crime. Introduction […]
Classification and Provisions of Cyber Crimes
Cyber crimes have troubled internet users right since the introduction of cyberspace into our lives. Over the years, governments around the world have also laid down many laws and regulations to help fight cyber crimes. In this article, we will look at the classification of cyber crimes and also the provisions in the Information Technology […]