Crime Flashcards
1
Q
How do you know what is a crime?
A
Similar actions may or may not be crimes depending on who is involved, why they are doing it or where it happens.
However, most people agree that certain behaviours in the same context will be crimes.
2
Q
Who describes what is and isn’t a crime?
A
Ultimately it is the government that decides what is a crime or not.
3
Q
Who can influence what becomes a crime or not?
A
Sometimes newspapers and pressure groups will influence changes in the law.
4
Q
What are the 5 official categories of crime used by the Scottish government?
A
Non-sexual crimes of violence Sexual offences Crimes of dishonesty Fire raising, vandalism etc. Other crimes
5
Q
What are the other ways of categorising crime?
A
White collar crime Blue collar crime Hate crimes Cybercrime Gun crime
