This written assignment requirement is for a minimum of 8 double-spaced pages of text, submitted in APA format, using 12 point font. In addition, your paper should include a cover page, abstract and reference page. A minimum of 2 scholarly sources, aside from your required text, must be used and properly cited. Post your assignment as a .doc file attachment to the link provided under Assignment 3.2.
Determining if the elements of a crime occurred is the cornerstone of criminal law. Choose any state and research their criminal statutes pertaining to each of the below listed crimes. Your essay should outline the elements of each of the crimes and discusses the difference between the two. Please identify the state that you chose, and list the specific state statute number for each of the crimes. Be sure to support your thoughts with information from our readings.
First Degree Murder vs. Manslaughter
First Degree Sexual Assault vs. Statutory Rape
Burglary vs. Felony Theft
Robbery vs. Purse Snatch