CRIM 101 Study Guide - Final Guide: Labeling Theory, Grater, Stepfamily
25 Sep 2016
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Lifestyles of individuals and groups follow certain patterns. They follow similar lifestyle patterns to their victims, and often resemble victims. The three main elements of routine activities theory (rat) Three elements needed for direct contact predatory violation to occur: a motivated offender, a suitable target, absence of a capable guardian. According to rat, increase in crime in 1960s and 70s were due to: more women working, more people going to school and spending more time there, travelling to and from work, leaving home and personal effects unprotected. Increase in standard of living + technological advances = grater market for small, valuable goods that are easy to steal. Miethe & meier"s structural choice model of victimization. Impact of socio-economic inequality in shaping the criminal event. Patterns of risk put some people/property at risk. Actual targets selected depend upon the rewards/risks of that particular target.
