Postmodernists on C&D: Evaluation of Redefinition of Crime Flashcards
1
Q
What would Functionalists criticise Postmodernists for their definition of crime?
A
They make it too broad
2
Q
What does it mean if people in society do not clearly understand what is against the law?
A
They could be more likely to commit crimes
3
Q
Who created the concept of Anomie?
A
Durkheim
4
Q
What does Durkheim say about anomie?
A
This occurs when people are uncertain on changes in society
5
Q
If people are uncertain on changes to definitions of crime in society, what would Durkheim argue this leads to?
A
Anomie
6
Q
Who created the concept of value consensus?
A
Durkheim
7
Q
What is value consensus?
A
Everyone in society conforms to the same set of norms and values
8
Q
What will happen to the value consensus if anomie occurs?
A
Value consensus will be threatened
