Discuss the major critiques of labeling theory.
What will be an ideal response?
Propositions are not adequately specified, evaluation of the theory is challenging, focuses on the reaction of crime, and it has been said it is more a perspective than a theory.
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Weiss' stress test with rats found that when the rats were signaled beforehand that a shock was coming, they experienced less ulceration than those who were not signaled
a. True b. False
For the due process model, which of the following would be the preferred method of punishment for nonviolent offenders?
a. a few years in prison with the possibility of early release and parole b. a few years in prison without the possibility of early release c. a few months in jail d. probation with a rehabilitation program
Why is policing prostitution difficult?
What will be an ideal response?
According to John Irwin, an inmate who takes advantage of the positive experiences the prison has to offer is a(n)
A) retreatist. B) opportunist. C) legalist. D) hedonist.