Economic causes of crime Flashcards
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greed
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- Some people may commit crimes to get more money out of greed. This may be out of jealousy or to have a lifestyle they cannot afford
- Former SNP MP Natalie McGarry was jailed for embezzling £25,000
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Poverty
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- Some may commit crimes because they live in poverty and are unable to afford basic necessities for themselves and their family
- So they will turn to illegal means out of desperation
- Statistics show crimes known as ‘survival shoplifting’ make up 25% of crimes of dishonesty when people steal clothes and food from shops
