crime categories

Crime categories group offenses based on their nature and severity. Typical categories include violent crimes, like assault and robbery, which involve harm or threat of harm; property crimes, such as burglary and theft, targeting possessions; drug crimes related to illegal substance use or distribution; and white-collar crimes, like fraud or embezzlement, usually involving financial deception. Each category helps law enforcement and policymakers address specific issues effectively and allocate resources. Understanding these categories clarifies societal issues and the legal responses designed to maintain safety and justice.