What is the difference between identity theft and computer crimes?

What will be an ideal response?


Identity theft is the theft of one’s name and other identifying information that could lead to economic damage. Computer crimes are crimes committed using a computer that include unauthorized access to programs and databases and unlawfully obtaining personal information through deceit and trickery. Identity theft can be committed by using a computer.

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Rudolph has pled guilty to criminal trespass and assault. Judge Tran sentences Rudolph to serve 2 years on the trespass charge and 5 years on the assault charge

However, Rudolph is allowed to serve both sentences at the same time and will be released in 5 years. In this case, Judge Tran has used a. indeterminate sentencing. b. concurrent sentencing. c. guideline sentencing. d. consecutive sentencing.

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Using computer software to identify crime patterns and link them to suspects is called ____________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Al Qaeda is involved in the production of the drug ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What is deterrence? Explain the types of deterrence.

What will be an ideal response?

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