Types of Crime
Theft of property without force — like shoplifting
What is larceny?
The study of crime victims
What is victimology?
A lawyer who defends people who can’t afford one
What is a public defender?
This theory argues crime happens because people learn it from those around them
What is social learning theory?
The serial killer known as the “Night Stalker”
Who is Richard Ramirez?
This type of crime involves computers or tech (e.g., hacking)
What is cybercrime?
When victims play a role in their own victimization
What is victim precipitation theory?
Alternative to incarceration where the offender remains in the community under supervision
What is probation?
When people lack legitimate ways to reach success goals, crime can result
What is strain theory?
Couple known for a killing spree and featured in Natural Born Killers
Who are Bonnie and Clyde?
Crimes made illegal because they go against morality (e.g., gambling, drugs)
What are public order crimes?
Government program providing financial help to victims
What is victim compensation?
This plea means the defendant accepts punishment but doesn’t admit guilt
What is nolo contendere / no contest?
This perspective focuses on how poverty and inequality shape crime
What is the social structure theory?
He was the serial killer clowned as “Pogo” at children’s events
Who is John Wayne Gacy?
Crime committed by people in high social status during their profession
What is white-collar crime?
A victim harmed again by systems like police or courts
What is secondary victimization?
The standard of proof required to convict in a criminal case
What is beyond a reasonable doubt?
This theory argues biological or psychological traits can influence criminal behavior
What is the trait theory?
Cult leader behind the Tate-LaBianca murders
Who is Charles Manson?
A specific type of organized crime often involving illegal goods sales
What is racketeering?
Field that studies why certain people are more likely to be victimized based on lifestyle patterns
What is lifestyle theory?
A prison model focused on changing behavior to reduce reoffending
What is rehabilitation?
This view claims people commit crime because the rewards outweigh the risks
What is the rational choice theory?
Serial killer who targeted young women and defended himself in court
Who is Ted Bundy?