A voluntary and intentional violation by a legally competent parson of a legal duty that commands or prohibits an act for the protection of society is known as:
A crime is defined as a voluntary and intentional violation of a law by someone who is legally competent. It involves breaking a legal duty meant to protect society. This can include actions that are prohibited or omissions where action was legally required.
Corruption (A) is a specific type of crime involving abuse of power.
Law-breaking (B) is a general, non-legal term.
Fault (C) is too broad and often used in civil contexts.
[References:, , ASIS POA Manual – Legal Concepts in Security, , PSP Study Guide – Criminal Law Fundamentals]
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