Left realism Flashcards
1
Q
what are the main points of left realism
A
- gradual social change
- rehabilitation
2
Q
why do left realists suggests crime happens
A
inequalities created by capitalism and so motivated by consumerism to commit crime
3
Q
what do left realists believe about punishment
A
believe in rehabilitation and restorative justice to reduce reoffending
4
Q
how is left realism important
A
- recognises multiple causes of crime
- neither glorifies or criticises the police
5
Q
what are criticisms of left realism
A
- is a mixture of other theories
- too idealistic
6
Q
who is the main left realist
A
Young
