Sociological Policies Flashcards
What is penal populism?
A political approach that seeks to gain public support for punitive measures against crime.
Fill in the blank: Penal populism often leads to __________ sentencing policies.
harsher
Which political ideology is most commonly associated with penal populism?
Right-wing populism
What role do media play in penal populism?
Media often amplify public fears about crime and influence punitive policies.
What is the primary goal of penal populism?
To respond to public demand for safety and security through punitive policies.
Fill in the blank: Penal populism can lead to __________ of marginalized communities.
criminalization
What impact does penal populism have on prison populations?
It typically leads to increased prison populations.
What is the effect of penal populism on criminal justice reform?
It can focus on punishment rather than rehabilitation.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following strategies is often employed by penal populist politicians?
A) Promoting restorative justice programs
B) Highlighting crime statistics
C) Advocating for reduced sentencing
B) Highlighting crime statistics
What is the primary principle of zero tolerance policing?
To enforce strict consequences for even minor offenses to deter larger crimes.
What did Ray Mallon want to do?
He wanted to cut crime by 20% in 18 months and succeeded in Hartlepool he cut crime by 38% in over 2 years
Fill in the blank: Zero tolerance policing often leads to an increase in ________ arrests.
minor
Which of the following is a criticism of zero tolerance policing? A) Reduces crime rates B) Increases community trust C) Potential for racial profiling D) Encourages rehabilitation
C) Potential for racial profiling
What is a common outcome associated with zero tolerance policing strategies?
Higher incarceration rates for minor offenses.
What is the primary goal of situational crime prevention?
To reduce opportunities for crime by increasing the risks and difficulties associated with committing offenses.
True or False: Situational crime prevention focuses on altering environmental factors to deter crime.
True
Fill in the blank: Situational crime prevention strategies often involve the use of _____ to make crime more difficult.
design modifications
What’s the main criticism of situational crime prevention
Displacement, as crime will move to different areas
Short answer: Name one key principle of situational crime prevention.
Increasing the perceived risks of getting caught.
