Study Guide Q4 --  Fall 2025  Corrections   CRJU 3311  Understanding Crime P2

Violent Crimes (4): 

Property Crimes  (4+):

Sixteen Part II offenses –

Simple assault,

forgery and Counterfeiting, Fraud, Embezzlement, Stolen Property, Vandalism,

Weapons,

Prostitution, Sex Offenses (Adultery, fornication, Sodomy),

Drug Abuse Violations,

Gambling,

Offenses Against the Family and Children (Nonviolent cruelty, Desertion, abandonment),

Driving Under the Influence,

Liquor Laws, Drunkenness, and Disorderly Conduct.

Age at which Violent crime peaks

Age at which property crime peaks

13 to 18-year-olds and crime

Three crime facts regarding African-Americans / Latinos

Strongest predictor of criminality

Chivalry

Chivalry Hypothesis

Three demographic factors in which most offenders mirror most victims

One exception

The relationship between income and crime – UCR NIBRS  

The relationship between income and crime – NCVS  SRS NIBRS  

The weapon of choice for murder

Weapons used in violent crimes

Increased efficiency in the Criminal Justice System 

Increased efficiency probation and parole