Theories in crime Flashcards
1
Q
What does Matza say about delinquency and drift?
A
Delinquents have similar values and voice feelings of outrage about crime in general.
Most people drift in and out of delinquency as they hold different set of values
2
Q
What are the 2 values stated by Matza?
A
Conventional values - values we hold when performing conventional roles in society
Subterranean Values - greed, lust, power, hatred, prejudice, aggression and malice
3
Q
What did Matza say was the cause of crime?
A
People being unable to control their urges in an appropriate way - males are more likely to display subterranean values at inappropriate times
