How does media exposure perpetuate misperceptions in the type and volume of crimes being committed?
What will be an ideal response?
The media often focuses on certain types of crimes. This creates the perception that street crime levels are higher than they are and that crime is constantly increasing. The media also focuses on sensational crimes, which are actually very rare.
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The first attempts to collect data on crime internationally occurred
a. During the 1700s b. During 1800s c. During the 1900s d. Has not yet occurred
The ___ is central to the mediation concept because it centers on the understanding of all parties to the mediation including the process and outcomes anticipated:
a. Voluntary consent b. Confidentiality c. Informed consent d. Voluntary consent, confidentiality and informed consent
Which of the following is NOT a component of the “Freemont Hustlers” gang?
A. The gang was boys only. B. Members involved did not talk about the gang’s structure. C. They had no set leader. D. There was no written set of rules.
According to research, the most significant factor in the police officer’s decision to arrest is the
A. mental state of the offender. B. seriousness of the offense committed. C. availability of the complainant. D. amount of danger involved.