Why do females commit less crimes than men?

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Which feminists say that in a patriarchal society have more to lose when committing crimes as there is more stigma attached.
Heidensohn
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Who said that women criminals risk social disapproval if they commit a crime as they are supposedly guardians of domestic morality.
Carlen
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Who came up with the theory of the chivalry thesis?
Pollack
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Who said that women typically commit less crime?
Walklate
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Who talks about the increase in the ladette culture?
Descombe
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Who says that changing gender roles has caused an increase in female criminals?
Alder
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Who said that women criminals risk social disapproval if they commit a crime as they are supposedly guardians of domestic morality.

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