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In ordinary language, a crime is an unlawful act punishable by a state or other authority. [1] The term crime does not, in modern criminal law, have any simple and universally accepted definition, [2] …

2 days ago · On Monday, officials disputed claims that a serial killer is behind a recent rash of bodies found in Texas bayous. KTRK reported that the three bodies were pulled from Houston-area bayous …

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Aug 5, 2025 · The FBI released detailed data on over 14 million criminal offenses for 2024, reported to the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program by participating law enforcement agencies.

Dec 2, 2025 · This article focuses on the definition and classification of crime, how it is measured and detected, the characteristics of offenders, and the various stages of criminal proceedings.

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Dec 24, 2025 · Crime rates dropped across much of the U.S. in 2025. That was true for both property and violent crime. And it declined nearly everywhere: In big cities and small towns, and in red and …