why EMs do commit more crime (RR) Flashcards by hannah Unknown

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inadequate socialisation

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SPFs headed by lone black females - lack of discipline for young black boys
as a result black people are more likely to commit crime

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biological factors

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‘the bell curve’ book suggests EMs were less intelligent than other groups
predisposes them to crime

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rational choice theory

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EMs commit crime as a result of the other factors
harsher punishments influence their choices and prevent crime
zero tolerance approach is needed

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