QMC Criminology

AC1.3

Describe models of criminal justice

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Famous miscarriages of justice (Synoptic link to Unit 3)

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Synoptic link Unit 2: Criminology theories (revision)

In support of crime control model:

In support of due process model:

Right Realist CriminologyRight Realism believes individuals make a rational choice to commit crime, and emphasises tough control measures to reduce crime – such as zero tolerance policing.

Labelling Theory - Explained | Sociology | tutor2uHoward Becker (1963): his key statement about labelling is: “Deviancy is not a quality of the act a person commits, but rather a consequence of the application by others of rules and sanctions to an ‘offender’. Deviant behaviour is behaviour that people so label.”

The Functionalist Perspective on Crime and DevianceFunctionalist believe that crime is actually beneficial for society - for example it can improve social integration and social regulation.

Left Realist CriminologyLeft realists believe the main causes of crime are marginalisation, relative deprivation and subcultures, and emphasise community oriented programmes for controlling and reducing crime.

Please watch these videos: great for a recap of all of the theories and the overall AC1.3

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