Strengths of Official Crime Statistics: Trends and Patterns Flashcards
1
Q
Why do Positivists argue Official Crime Statistics true crime picture in relation to how often the statistics are updated?
A
The statistics are updated yearly
2
Q
What does it mean if the statistics are updated yearly?
A
Trends and patterns can more efficiently be identified
3
Q
How much did crime decrease in England and Wales from 2019-2020?
A
4%
4
Q
Who records Official Crime Statistics?
A
The Home Office
5
Q
What have Official Crime Statistics shown with crime in post-pandemic levels?
A
It has increased back to how it was before 2020
