Violent Crimes
in North Carolina
What are Violent Crimes in North Carolina?
Violent crimes are offenses that involve the use or threat of force against another person. These crimes can cause physical or psychological harm to the victim and often result in significant trauma or injury. Some common examples of violent crimes include:
- Homicide: The unlawful killing of another person, which can be classified as murder, manslaughter, or justifiable homicide.
- Assault: The intentional act of causing physical harm or injury to another person, including aggravated assault which involves the use of a deadly weapon or results in serious bodily injury.
- Robbery: The unlawful taking of property from another person or their immediate presence by force or threat of force.
- Sexual Assault: Any non-consensual sexual contact or behavior, including rape, molestation, and sexual harassment.
- Kidnapping: The unlawful abduction or confinement of another person against their will, often involving force or coercion.
- Domestic Violence: Any pattern of abusive behavior used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship.