A sociopath is a person who ignores and deliberately disregards the rights of his fellow human beings and refuses to conform to social norms. A sociopath displays a number of characteristic traits.

Typical characteristics of a sociopath
A person with sociopathic behaviour has no conscience. You can usually see signs in childhood when a child tortures or kills small animals. A sociopath also shows no compassion towards others. If he has done something bad himself, he shows no guilt or remorse.
A pattern of irresponsible behaviour, recklessness, impulsivity and participation in unlawful acts can be seen at school or work.
Many sociopaths are incapable of loving anyone and entering into longer relationships. This usually goes hand in hand with their manipulative streak.
Sociopathic behaviour often manifests itself through pathological lying. The sociopath lies almost constantly, even when caught in a lie. His charm manipulates others to take his side.
The typical sociopath shows excessive self-confidence and narcissism. He acts as if there is only him and his wishes and ignores his fellow human beings. Even if he appears charming towards his fellow human beings, he only takes advantage of them.
He has a craving for stimulation and tends to do risky deeds that may be exciting or sexually arousing for him. He gets bored easily and therefore often does not finish things.

Sociopathic behaviour persists into adulthood without therapy. If you recognise someone as a sociopath, it is better to stay away from them. 

How does sociopathic behaviour manifest itself

A sociopath is a person who ignores and deliberately disregards the rights of his fellow human beings and refuses to conform to social norms. A sociopath displays a number of characteristic traits.

Typical characteristics of a sociopath
A person with sociopathic behaviour has no conscience. You can usually see signs in childhood when a child tortures or kills small animals. A sociopath also shows no compassion towards others. If he has done something bad himself, he shows no guilt or remorse.
A pattern of irresponsible behaviour, recklessness, impulsivity and participation in unlawful acts can be seen at school or work.
Many sociopaths are incapable of loving anyone and entering into longer relationships. This usually goes hand in hand with their manipulative streak.
Sociopathic behaviour often manifests itself through pathological lying. The sociopath lies almost constantly, even when caught in a lie. His charm manipulates others to take his side.
The typical sociopath shows excessive self-confidence and narcissism. He acts as if there is only him and his wishes and ignores his fellow human beings. Even if he appears charming towards his fellow human beings, he only takes advantage of them.
He has a craving for stimulation and tends to do risky deeds that may be exciting or sexually arousing for him. He gets bored easily and therefore often does not finish things.

Sociopathic behaviour persists into adulthood without therapy. If you recognise someone as a sociopath, it is better to stay away from them.