Which of the following is a criticism of labeling theories?

a. Labeling theories rarely have anything to say about individuals, only groups and places.
b. Rather than addressing why individuals commit acts of deviance, labeling theories focus on the circumstances under which one is judged as deviant.
c. There are forms of deviance that labeling theories would have a hard time explaining.
d. Labeling theory is tautological, that is, by definition, circular and not testable.


b. Rather than addressing why individuals commit acts of deviance, labeling theories focus on the circumstances under which one is judged as deviant.

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a. True b. False

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Describe the difference between overcriminalization and undercriminalization. Provide several examples of each.

What will be an ideal response?

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The Milwaukee Police Department conducted a search warrant of a home that was found to contain 2.7 kilos of cocaine, 580 grams of cocaine base (crack cocaine), and over $59,809

No federal law enforcement agencies assisted in this particular investigation. Which statement below correctly identifies forfeiture law in this situation? A. The home may be seized and forfeited. B. The money may be seized and forfeited. C. Civil forfeiture of the assets in this case may be accomplished through federal forfeiture laws. D. All of the above statements are true.

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The primary source of information in the United States about crime since the 1930s are the ________ Crime Reports

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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