How does Home Office data support who is most likely to be involved in crime?
Young men age 10-17 were found responsible for 20% of police recorded crime in 2009/2010, while women were responsible for 4%
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How did self-report studies contradict Home Office data?
The difference isn't as great for adults
Official statistics suggest the peak age for female offending (15) is younger than men
However, they 'grow out' of offending quicker
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What evidence suggests female crime is increasing?
Between 1994-2004, the number of women in prison in England and Wales increased by 150%
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How did Muncie criticise the view that female crime is increasing?
Argues that small rises in recorded crime created a moral panic about female offending and 'girl gangs', suggesting the rise in imprisonment of young women has been an over-reaction
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How does Home Office data support who is most likely to be involved in crime?
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Young men age 10-17 were found responsible for 20% of police recorded crime in 2009/2010, while women were responsible for 4%
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How did self-report studies contradict Home Office data?
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What evidence suggests female crime is increasing?
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How did Muncie criticise the view that female crime is increasing?
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