Impact of Crime on Victim, Offenders and their Families. Flashcards
Victims Point
Crime can have a direct impact on victims if they lose possessions or are physically injured.
Victims k
Injuries sustained in violent crimes in Scotland in 2017/18
35% of injuries were severe brushing
Victims Boost
Crime also can have a severe mental impact on victims which can last for a very long time.
Victims Boost k
21% (around one in 5) of Burgularies happened in homes with under 16s and children are most vulnerable to have a long lasting mental impact because of crime.
Victims Eval
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Offenders’s and Families Points
Family of offenders often see a drop in income, increased sadness and receive threats.
Family K
Half of families with a family member in prison are in debt.
Family Balance
Prisons allow family to visit their family member in prison during Visiting Hour.
Family Bal K
According to Gov.U.K. In the U.K. A convicted prisoner is usually allowed at least two 1-hour visits every 4 weeks.
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Offenders Point
Offenders are impacted hugely in the U.K., they have to deal with a punishment, spend time away from family if imprisoned, job opportunities decreased because of criminal record and may not be allowed into certain countries depending on the severity of the crime community.
Offenders k
Prison sentences over 4 years must be declared to a potential employer when trying to get a job.
Offenders Boost Point
Many offenders find prison tough, being away from their family and having very restricted lives.
Offenders Eval
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