KS Bar Criminal Law 2

Question 1

Under Kansas law, what constitutes aggravated assault?

Accepted Answer

Intentionally placing another in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm with a deadly weapon or while disguised

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Simple threatening words

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Accidental harm to another person

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Verbal harassment

Question 2

What is the Kansas law on accomplice liability?

Accepted Answer

A person who intentionally aids, abets, or counsels another in committing a crime is equally liable as the principal

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Only the person who directly commits the crime is liable

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Accomplices receive reduced charges automatically

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Accomplice liability only applies to felonies

Question 3

In Kansas, what is the legal definition of burglary?

Accepted Answer

Knowingly entering or remaining in any building or dwelling without authority with intent to commit a crime therein

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Breaking a window to enter a building

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Stealing property from a store during business hours

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Trespassing on private land

Question 4

What are the Kansas laws regarding drug possession penalties?

Accepted Answer

Penalties vary based on the type and quantity of drug, with severity levels determining presumptive sentences

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All drug possession is a misdemeanor

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Drug possession penalties are the same regardless of substance

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Kansas has decriminalized all drug possession

Question 5

What is the Kansas definition of robbery?

Accepted Answer

Taking property from the person or presence of another by force or threat of bodily harm

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Any theft of property

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Stealing from a business

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Taking property left unattended

Question 6

Under Kansas law, what is the insanity defense standard?

Accepted Answer

The defendant lacked the mental state required as an element of the offense due to mental disease or defect

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The defendant did not know the difference between right and wrong

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The defendant was under extreme emotional distress

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Kansas has abolished the insanity defense