Media Crime Publication Weaknesses: News Values Flashcards
1
Q
What did Felson suggest?
A
The media presents crime as it being able to happen at any time to anyone
2
Q
Name a crime that the media present as possibly happening to anyone
A
Theft
3
Q
What is the impact for news companies of presenting all crimes like they could happen to anyone?
A
They get more sales
4
Q
What does 2020 CSEW Data show about the amount of people who experienced violent crimes?
A
80% of adults did not experience violent crimes
5
Q
What does Felson argue about violent crimes?
A
They are more likely to be reported than smaller crimes
6
Q
Name a crime which is more likely to be dramatic and therefore reported on?
A
Murder
7
Q
Which types of crimes do 2020 CSEW Data show people are more likely to be victims of?
A
Non-violent crimes
