Exam 3 - Property Crimes Flashcards
1
Q
What is larceny?
A
Completed/Attempted theft of property/cash without personal contact.
Decreased 21% in past decade
2
Q
What is burglary?
A
Unlawful or forcible entry or attempted entry of a residence.
Turns into home invasion if offender confronts homeowners or residents during burglary.
Rate dropped 23% in past decade
3
Q
What is robbery?
A
Taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person by force.
4
Q
What are the types of thieves?
A
Professional
Persistent
Occasional
5
Q
What is Gibbon’s status hierarchy of offenders?
A
Professional heavies
Professional
Semiprofessionals
Amateur property offenders
