Comparing Criminal Behaviour And Deviance Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of crime?
A
An action that is both illegal and goes against the norms and values of society
2
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What is the definition of deviance?
A
An action that may not always be illegal, but goes against the norms and values of society, for example queue jumping
3
Q
What are informal sanctions?
A
These are usually given to individuals by society itself, for example remarks, criticisms
4
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What are formal sanctions?
A
These are punishments that are given to individuals who have committed a crime by the law, for example custodial/community sentences
