Gangs can be found in all cities with populations of 300,000 or more
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Despite its use of rituals and the Roman Catholic imagery, the criminal organization known as ________________ began as a criminal organization
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The major Colombian cartels have declined, and a variety of smaller organizations, called _____________, are taking their place
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Crime generators are places that emit cues indicating that crime is tolerated in the area and therefore tend to draw criminals. 2. Virtually all research in criminology has supported broken windows theory. 3. Hot-spot policing has been found to have little empirical support. 4. There is little evidence that increases to the severity of punishment lead to lower crime rates.
______ theory contends that would-be offenders will be deterred from engaging in a behavior if they believe they will be punished (e.g., arrested).
a. social learning b. cycle of violence c. general deterrence d. specific deterrence