Introduction to Criminology Questions

Introduction to Criminology Questions
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Introduction to Criminology Questions
Why is it difficult to compare and study crime data?
It is difficult to compare and study crime data because of the immense variation in crime and criminals. Hagan and Daigle (2019) noted that sources of information for crime and criminals vary depending on factors such as self-reports, victim surveys, and official statistics. Furthermore, the type of crime can be different; one crime can be one committed by the elite and another a traditional one.
What demographics influence criminality?
The key demographics that influence criminality include gender, age group, race, and social class. Of these demographics, gender influences criminality the most, given that the majority of people arrested are males (Hagan & Daigle, 2019).
Name five problems associated with the institution of family that impact delinquency.
Family is an important socialization agent and influences delinquency to a great extent. Five problems associated with the institution of family that impact delinquency include unhappy home life, subcultural differences at home, the criminality of alcoholism of parents, lack of parental control, and absence of one or both parents (Hagan & Daigle, 2019).
How does a lack of education lead to a higher likelihood of criminality?
Lack of education limits legitimate opportunities. The lack of education puts one in a lower social class and poorer residence and increases their exposure to criminal opportunity. In addition, lack of education means children miss the opportunity to experience the school bonding that limits delinquency likelihood.
What impact does religion have on crime?
Religion impacts crime positively because attending religious services is associated with a reduced likelihood of committing crimes. In the U.S., the Jews depict the lowest rates of crime among the main religious groups, with Catholics having the highest rates. The high rates among Catholics are due to the fact that the group has a high proportion of low-income minorities.
What crimes increase during times of war?
During times of war, juvenile delinquency, female crim...