consequences of crime

Question 1

Explain in detail 2 ways in which crime has impacted perpetrators

Answer 1

P- They will have a criminal record
E- This can effect there chances of getting a job as employers dont want to employ a criminal
E- For example 7/10 employers said they wouldnt employ someone with a criminal record

P- It can reduce their chances of being able to go abroad
E- Some countries will not allow someone into their country if they have a criminal record
E- America and Australlia will not let you in if you have a criminal record.

Question 2

Explain in detail 2 ways crime impacts victims

Answer 2

P- Financially
E- If someone has being the victim of theft and might have had money stolen
E- They might have alarm systems fitted in their home at a cost in order to feel more secure.

P- Physically
E- If someone is a victim of assult they could be left with long lasting injuries such as facial scars
E- This can affect there self-confidence and they may loose money if they take time off work to recover

Question 3

Explain in detail 2 ways which crime impacts families

Answer 3

P- Emotionally
E- If a family member is sent to prison they will not be able to see them as much as they usually do. This can result in family relationship strains
E- Having a family member in prison could impact on the mental health of others in the family

P- Ashamed
E- Family members may be ashamed of what their relative has done and may not want to socialise as a result of guilt
E-This can affect the mental health of the family member

Question 4

Explain 2 ways the consequence of crime on communities

Answer 4

P- Gain a negative reputation.
E-People may start to stereotype individuals from areas of high crime, leading to social problems and a lack of opportunities in that area. E- The provision of local services will suffer as businesses will not want to set up in areas with high crime rates, which will limit employment opportunities and could lead to people committing crime because of poverty.

P- People will live in fear of being a victim of crime.
E-If the area is known for violent crime and anti-social behaviour people may not want to go out late at night as they may feel intimidated or unsafe.
E-This could lead to the area being a ‘no-go’ area and therefore people may move away from the area as a result if they can manage to sell their house.

Question 5

Explain 2 consequences of crime on the wider society

Answer 5

P-Increased prices to consumers.
E-If a business is the victim of shoplifting then they will often pass on their losses onto customers in order to make up the money.
E-As a result the business may have to increase the price of all their goods slightly in order to recuperate some of the money they have lost through crime.

P- Increased costs to businesses.
E- Crimes such as shoplifting and fraud cost businesses lots of money which could affect their profits or ultimately force them out of business resulting in people losing their jobs. It is estimated that retail crime costs the sector over £1.6 billion per year.
E- To prevent crimes such as shoplifting many companies employ security guards, install CCTV and attach security tags to good which all cost money.