In many jurisdictions, the unlawful entry into a dwelling by a person who knows someone is present in the dwelling at the time of the entry, and who is armed with a dangerous weapon which he uses or threatens to use against someone inside the dwelling is considered the crime of:

a. intimidationb. extortionc. home invasiond. "strong arm" robbery

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Rachel Mcintosh

16 September, 08:44

In many jurisdictions, the unlawful entry into a dwelling by a person who knows someone is present in the dwelling at the time of the entry, and who is armed with a dangerous weapon which he uses or threatens to use against someone inside the dwelling is considered the crime of:

a. intimidationb. extortionc. home invasiond. "strong arm" robbery

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Izabella Robbins · Answer 1

c. home invasion

Explanation:

In many jurisdictions, the unlawful entry into a dwelling by a person who knows someone is present in the dwelling at the time of the entry, and who is armed with a dangerous weapon which he uses or threatens to use against someone inside the dwelling is considered the crime of home invasion. It is the forceful entry of an armed individual in an occupied home with the intent to commit crime.

Shelby Moore · Answer 2

C. Home invasion. "Strong Arm" robbery is alleged theft that was done with violence, threats, or force but without the use of a deadly weapon.