Crime & Law Examples Flashcards
Example For “Causes Of Crime?” - Lack Of Education
For example, places in Glasgow (e.g Easterhouse) with the highest crime rates also have the lowest level of education.
Example For “Causes Of Crime” - Poverty (Economic)
Statistics show that 52% more crimes were recorded in the most income deprived areas in 2022 compared to non poverty areas.
Example For “Causes Of Crime” - Unemployment (Economic)
For example, people may commit crimes like theft, stealing items like food, clothing, and sanitary products.
Adult Court System (High Court)
There is no limit to the punishment the high court can give. Life in prison / No limit on fines.
Adult Court System (Justice Of The Peace Court)
The Justice Of The Peace Court can give maximum 60 days in prison / £2500 Fine
Adult Court System (Sherriff Court)
A Solemn Procedure in the Sherrif Court can give maximum 5 years in prison / Limitless fine.
Hearing System (1) - How does it work?
People under the age of 16yo can be referred to the hearing system by anyone, however most likely by the police, the educational department, or social services.
Hearing System (2) - What actions can a hearing system take?
Someone in the childs home is forced to move out.
Hearing System (3) - What actions can a hearing system take?
Supervision requirements. Child lives at home, but under supervision by social worker.
Government Responses To Tackling Crime (1)
Drunk-Driving numbers fell by 12% in the year after the Scottish (alcohol the night before driving rule) was introduced.
Government Responses To Tackling Crime (2)
Alcohol (Minimum Pricing) increase to 50p per unit of alchohol in 2018.
Impact Of Crime On Perpetrator - Custodial Sentence
After committing a serious crime, e.g murder, the perpetrator is practically guaranteed to receive a custodial sentence, which means they will lose custody of their children and be immediately fired from their job.
Impact Of Crime On Victim - Physical Injuries
There was an 18% increase in physical assaults from 2022-23.
