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Durkheims theory on crime
(func) positive function of crime - BOUNDARY MAINTAINACE & RESULTS IN CHANGES
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Davis and Cohen (supporting Durkheim)
Davis - SAFETY VALVE | Cohen - WARNING DEVICE
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Mertons theory on crime
STRAIN THEORY - Ritualism, Retreatism, Conformity, Rebellion, Innovation
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Cohens theory on crime
subcultural theory - CRIMINAL SUBCULTURE, CONFLICT SUBCULTURE, RETREASIM SUBCULTURE
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Hirschis theory on crime
control theory through BELIEFS, COMMITMENTS, INVOLVEMENT, ATTACHMENT
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Whats a criminogenic society
Those from poor working class backgrounds are forced into committing crimes as a lot of them have no other options. White collar crime is also caused by capitalism to get as much money as possible and stay high on the social and economic hierarchy.
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How does the state and law come into marx pov
The law is majorly controlled by upper class individuals so they have the power to create laws in their best interest. This can be seen within the private property industry (most laws are to do with private property)
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How do ideological functions come into marx pov
this includes laws put in place which are given the illusion of being of interest to the working class e.g safety laws but are actually there to benefit the upper class.
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Whats the main neo Marxist idea on crime
Its the WORKING CLASS FIGHTING BACK (symbolic violence)
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What did neo marxist hall et al say
government/ruling class uses crime to maintain ruling class ideologies. During 70s government used black crimes for scapegoats for capitalist problems
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Labelling theory
Labelling theory Is biased. Operate on stereotypes and targets certain social groups more than others Labelling someone as a criminal can lead to them committing more crimes
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What did Becker say about a biased criminal justice system
Becker says that police and the justice system go off of preconceived judgements and stereotypes which influences how they deal with crime
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What did cicourel say about middle class and working class criminals
police viewed behaviour of the middle class very differently to the working class. Biased police system leads to inaccurate crime stats showing that working class and minorities are committing the most crime when in reality its due to biased policing
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Labelling someone results in what?
results in them committing more crimes Deviancy amplification spiral - Master status - Self fulfilling prophecy
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Whats the viewpoint of Left Realism
Relative deprivation, Marginalisation, subcultures results in crime
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Whats the viewpoint of Right realism
Biological difference, inadequate socialization, rational choice
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Davis and Cohen (supporting Durkheim)

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Davis - SAFETY VALVE | Cohen - WARNING DEVICE

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Mertons theory on crime

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Cohens theory on crime

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Hirschis theory on crime

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