In labeling theory, “secondary deviance” is used to refer to crimes that ______.

a. occur as the result of other social problems, such as poverty and racism
b. occur as a result of an individual having been caught and labeled
c. have traditionally been overlooked by criminologists
d. are nonviolent, such as theft and vandalism


b. occur as a result of an individual having been caught and labeled

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The evidence on the relationship between government officials and organized crime suggests:

a. that they are uniformly antagonistic to each other b. that only very low-level governmental personnel have had ties to organized crime c. that links exist in all levels of government d. that local politicians have been involved with organized crime, but that national officials have little connection to it

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Most hate crimes are motivated by

A. racial or ethnic bias. B. ethnic bias. C. sexual orientation bias. D. religious bias.

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______________ are those committed by indigent people as a result of legitimate opportunities for economic gain

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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About 5.5 million youths under the age of eighteen are arrested each year

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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