Conflict Theory / Chapter 10 Flashcards
1
Q
Conflict theory hypothesizes that…
A
The powerful matter.
i.e. They control the legal system.
2
Q
The law can be thought of as a system of ______ social control.
A
Formal.
3
Q
Formal social control systems ______ people to conform through sanctions exercised by the state.
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Coerce.
4
Q
When there is _________, there is no conflict.
A
Consensus.
5
Q
When there is no consensus, there is ________.
A
Conflict.
6
Q
Conflict theorists demand that we turn our focus to ____________ of the ___.
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Explanations, Law.
7
Q
Mala en se offences…
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Are wrong in and of themselves. (e.g. murder, rape, etc.)
8
Q
Mala prohibita offences…
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Are not wrong outright. They are wrong because the law says so. (e.g. substance use)
9
Q
What are extralegal variables?
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Race, class, age, gender, etc.
