CRI 100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Broken Windows Theory, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Document Summary
Study of the victim"s role in crime (victim blaming?) Economic lawyers, advocacy, medical bills, medication, jobs, counseling, homeschooling, rehab . Schools bullying, drugs: violent crimes open public areas, commercial areas, day time/early night time, neighborhoods run down, broken window theory, urban, household of victim renters are more vulnerable than homeowners. Elderly abuse: baby boomers live longer, more elderly people. Criminals and their victims: males more victimized by strangers. Crimes tend to be interracial (same race: most crimes one offender over age 20. Routine activities theory: victim bill of rights speedy trial, confidentiality, restitution, statements, consultations, notifications. Deviant place theory: honor codes, related to your neighborhood.
