SOCL 4461 Chapter : Ch 1
Document Summary
Adler article: devoted to the study of crime and criminal behavior, unique situation that helped give them their research. Also unique because it took them 4+ years and because it is something that would never happen today. What do criminologist do: devoted to the study of crime and criminal behavior, trained in diverse fields, a variety of orientations and perspectives (sub areas) are now contained within the broad area of criminology. Law on weed: social trends are pushing for weed, but is it the right thing to do, design crime prevention programs and measure their effectiveness. Punishment, penology, and social control: criminologist are involved in creating effective crime policies, developing methods of social control, and the correction and control of other known criminals. Consensus view: crimes are seen as behaviors believed to be repugnant to all elements of society. Not just that you caused the victim harm, but there"s also social harm.
