Unit 1:
Criminology
Criminology
What is an example of crime differing over space?
Answers may vary. Some examples:
Marijuana is legal in some states, but not others.
Physician-assisted suicide is legal in the Netherlands, but only in a few states in the U.S.
TRUE or FALSE?
According to the Unit 2 reading, homicide levels declined from 2023 to 2024.
TRUE.
Homicide levels declined 22.3% from 2023 to 2024.
What level of law enforcement is usually the first point of contact when you call 911?
The municipal/local police.
What is a "techno-fix"?
Using new technology to try and "fix" a problem
What is one trait of callous-unemotional children?
Possible answers:
Lack of affect, remorse or empathy
Predatory/manipulative
Unrepentant
Cold/cruel
What does UCR stand for?
Uniform Crime Report - The FBI's report on crime statistics
What event initiated the Department of Justice investigation into the Chicago Police Department?
The police shooting of Laquan McDonald.
What is one advantage to body-worn cameras?
More accountability for the police
Public is more aware of their actions
People can’t make unsubstantiated allegations against police
Footage can be used as evidence
Explain what a sociological theory of crime entails.
Based on social determinism:
Crime is influenced by relations, social interactions, social expectations, and pressures exerted by peers and institutions
What is a victimization survey?
A survey that asks participants about their experiences as victims of crime
What was one characteristic of the Reform Era of policing?
Better training
More supervision of police
Higher standards for who could become a police officer
Strained relationships between the police and the public due to social upheaval
According to the Unit 4 reading "The answer to to police violence is not 'reform.' It's defunding. Here's why," what is "substantive justice"?
Recognizing the impact of policing on those who are policed, and focusing on developing solutions to community problems that DO NOT involve police.
What is the difference between robbery, larceny, and burglary?
Robbery: Taking something by force
Larceny: Taking something without force
Burglary: Unlawful entry into a place with the intent to commit a crime
What is the "dark figure of crime"?
The actual amount of crime that takes place (including crime the police do NOT know about).
According to the Unit 3 reading, what percentage of officer misconduct complaints were sustained (officer was found to have engaged in misconduct) in the 5 year period that was studied?
2%
What is one component of procedural justice? (Hint: there are 4 components)
Respectfulness: Being treated with dignity
Neutrality: Being treated fairly
Voice: Being allowed to speak or tell your side of the story
Trustworthiness: People want to interact with officers who seem concerned about their needs and take them seriously