Gender And Crime Flashcards

1
Q

How many prisoners are women?

A

7%

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2
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What percentage of mental health inmates are female?

A

20%

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3
Q

What are the biological factors of female criminality? (3)

A

Less impulsivity, better reasoning skills and less brutality.

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4
Q

At what age is peak offending?

A

16-22

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5
Q

Does having a child reduce criminality?

A

Yes

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6
Q

What are he prerequisites for a self defence case?

A

A threat of death or serious injury.

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