SOCL 2001 Chapter : Sociology Ch 6
Document Summary
Contemporary views: deviance s relative, varied by time, place, sitatuion, status. Universality of deviance: there is no society of saints. Functions of deviance: define the limit, increase solidarity, safety valve, indicate defects, facilitate social change. Dysfunctions of deviance: disrupt social order, disrupt will to conform, destroy trust, divert resources. Calculation of crime rate (ucr by fbi) and crime clock. Index crimes: homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault (violent crimes) and burglary, larcency/theft, motor vehicle theft, arson (property crimes) reported by fbi. Other crimes: prostitiution, traffic violation, gambling, under-age drinking, hate crimes also reported by fbi. Ucr or surveys (ncvs by census bureau): both are valid to see the trend. Ucr or surveys (ncvs by cnesus bureau): both are valid to see the trend. Problem of underreporting in ucr except motor vehicle theft. Legitimization of control by weber: three bases of authority (legal, charismatic, and traditional) Social control theory: attachments, commitments, involvements, and beliefs. Stigma (ability, appearance, and others_ and master status.
