Wilson And Kelling Flashcards

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Aim:

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Challenge existing beliefs about the fear of crime and role of police

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Method:

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And article that proposes a theory of neighbourhood safety and crime. So no sample
References to newmark foot patrol

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Design:

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Not an experimental piece
Theory
Observation of police officers
He accompanied officers on foot patrol over many hours

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Findings of foot patrol:

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Negative attitudes from public
Reduce mobility of officers
5 year evaluation showed that it did not reduce crime but communities felt safer

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Zimbardo:

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Left car without plates in a middle class and lower class areas
Rough area- car damaged instantly
Middle class- car remained untouched for a week until zimbardo damaged it himself
Both white and black races were involved
Bad for elderly as they can’t necessarily leave

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