Steven Messner and Richard Rosenfeld developed what they call an _____ of crime that links crime to the existing social structure. Specifically, they suggest that the high rates of crime and violence found in U.S. society can, in part, be explained with reference to the notion of the “American Dream,” which suggests that economic success can be achieved by anyone who works hard, plays by the rules, and is willing to engage in competition with others for jobs, income, and status.
a. code of the streets
b. general strain theory
c. strain theory
d. institutional-anomie theory
e. none of the above
d. institutional-anomie theory
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A) Horizontal Partnership B) Special Service District C) Vertical Partnership D) Intergovernmental Agreements or Joint Powers Agreements
During the ______ period, most Americans lived under laws that were transferred from England.
A. progressive B. reformatory C. colonial D. crime control
What is the earliest stage of the court process at which defendant may be given formal notice of the charges against them?
A) Arraignment B) Preliminary hearing C) Grand jury hearing D) First appearance
A comprehensive social ledger on imprisonment would take into account the combined effect of adverse impacts on the "collective efficacy" of neighborhoods
Indicate whether the statement is true or false