AC1.3

Question 1

Describe the Crime Control Model

Answer 1

• Presumes the guilt of the accused to protect society
• Overriding aim is the prevention and reduction of crime
• Prioritises punishment as a sanction in order to prevent and deter crime
• Pro police powers and enhanced powers
• Victim is put at the heart of the case
• Deals with cases quickly - ‘conveyor belt’
• Influenced by right realism

Question 2

How does the case of Barry George link to the Crime Control Model?

Answer 2

• The police focused on Barry as he fitted a profile as a loner who didn’t fit the norm
• Convicted based on a single particle of gunshot residue
• No Compensation given

Question 3

Describe the Due Process Model

Answer 3

• Presumes the innocence of the accused
• Believes every person has a right to a fair trial
• Puts the defendant at the heart of the case
• Argues that police powers should be limited to prevent oppression of individual liberties.

Question 4

How does the Crime Control Model link to right realism?

Answer 4

as it requires punishment for an offence, no matter what the reason behind the commission.

Question 5

How does the due process model link to left realism?

Answer 5

This relates to the left realism approach to criminality with a focus on the inequalities created by a capitalist society. A more equal society would eventually eliminate crime.

Question 6

How does the case of Barry George link to the due process model?

Answer 6

• Police investigations was thorough
• Barry George was allowed to appeal
• Decisions were challenged