property victimization

Question 1

most common type

Answer 1

THEFT

Question 2

THEFT definition

Answer 2

-unlawful carrying, taking, leading or riding away of property from the posession of another
-NOT THING TAKEN BY FORCE

Question 3

Extent and characteristics

Answer 3

-MOST COMMON: experienced by americans
-makes up most of all property crimes

Question 4

victims

Answer 4

-highest rates for individuals in households that are:

1. headed by YOUNG people
2. POOR
3. Include 6+people

Question 5

risk factors: individual

Answer 5

-increases in society due to SMALLER TO EASIER to move items
-exposure to criminals and others through PERSONAL NETWORKS or neighborhoods
-doing things outside the home FREQUENTLY