Broken Windows Theory Flashcards
What is the broken windows theory?
This is known as the acceptance of disorder. In many areas with high rates of petty crime, cultural change may occur. Low level, bad behaviour becomes accepted. This lowers the culture of the area and attracts more serious crime.
What was happening in New York City in the 1990s?
Issues such as urban decay, graffiti and a feeling of lawlessness. Significant increase in crime rates, including violent crimes, like murder and robbery.
What strategies were used in New York City in the 1990s?
Cracking down on minor offences, quality of life policing, community policing, CompStat.
What were the results of the strategies used in New York City in the 1990s?
Significant decline in crime rates. Homicide, robberies, and other violent crimes decreased substantially.
What was happening in Bogota in the 1990s-2000s?
Crime, violence, social disorder. High levels of street crime, drug-related problems, and a sense of lawlessness.
What strategies were used in Bogota in the 1990s-2000s?
Graffiti removal, pedestrian zones, citizen engagement, law enforcement reforms.
What were the results of the strategies used in Bogota in the 1990s-2000s?
Reduction in crime, increased public safety, improved residents’ perception of their city.
What are the cultural consequences of unreported crime?
- the normalisation of crime.
- stigmatisation of victims.
- distrust in law enforcement.
- impact on victim support.
- influence on policy and resources.
- fear and isolation.
Give an example of the normalisation of crime.
New technology like social media has made illegal music downloading possible for all. Because nobody reports it, it has become acceptable and part of society’s culture.
