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Exploring the sociological perspective on crime, this overview examines various types of criminal behavior, including violent, property, and white-collar crimes. It delves into the social roots of crime, such as socioeconomic factors, and the impacts on communities, like eroding social cohesion. The text also discusses sociological theories on crime causation, including functionalist, Marxist, interactionist, realist, and feminist perspectives, and highlights the significance of youth crime in sociological research.
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Crime is an action that violates the laws established by a society and is analyzed by sociologists to understand its origins and impact
Violent Crimes
Violent crimes involve direct physical harm to individuals and are one of the categories used to classify crimes
Property Crimes
Property crimes involve the theft or destruction of possessions without bodily injury and are another category used to classify crimes
White-Collar Crimes
White-collar crimes are financially motivated and typically committed by individuals in professional roles, often involving deceit or breach of trust
The underlying causes of crime are diverse and often linked to an individual's social context, including factors such as socioeconomic status, education, and community environment
The repercussions of crime are widespread, affecting communities through decreased property values, increased insurance costs, and the erosion of social cohesion
Youth crime is a focal point of sociological study due to the prevalence of criminal behavior in younger populations
Functionalist Perspectives
Functionalist perspectives view laws as a means to uphold social order and consensus values
Marxist Theories
Marxist theories critique the justice system as protecting the interests of the ruling class, often at the expense of the working class
Interactionist Theories
Interactionist theories examine the social construction of crime and emphasize the role of societal reactions and labelling in defining criminal behavior
Realist Theories
Realist theories offer pragmatic approaches to crime prevention and intervention, differing in their focus on the causes and nature of crime
Feminist Theories
Feminist theories bring attention to the gendered aspects of crime, particularly the ways in which societal expectations of masculinity can influence criminal behavior
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In the study of society, ______ is seen as an act that goes against the rules set by a community.
crime
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Characteristics of violent crimes
Direct physical harm to individuals.
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Definition of white-collar crime
Financially motivated, non-violent crime, often by professionals via deceit.
