Realist crime theories Flashcards
What is marginalisation?
Feeling on the edges of society, as though nobody represents you or your views/ interests
What is relative deprivation?
Feeling poor compared to others
What is community style policing?
Whereby the police are a trusted element of the community
What are the 3 key cause of crime according to right realists?
Biological factors, inadequate socialisation and the underclass and rational choice theory
According to Felson, for crime to occur jets mist there be?
A motivated offender, a suitable target and the absence of a capable guardian
What is the zero tolerance approach?
Using the law to ensure that smaller deviant acts are dealt with
What is the broken window theory?
If a neighbourhood looks disorderly and uncared for the crime rates will increase
