List and explain the four elements of the bond according to Hirschi.
What will be an ideal response?
Attachment—the bond that people have with family, friends, and social institutions
(such as government, education, and religion) that may serve as an informal control
against criminality. Commitment—the investment that an individual has to the normative
values of society. Involvement—the level that one might participate in conventional
activities such as studying or playing sports. Belief—refers to a general acceptance of
the rules of society.
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Expanding on rational choice theory, sociologist Jack Katz has stated that the "rewards" of crime may be sensual as well as financial. The inherent danger of criminal activity, according to Katz, increases the ______ a criminal experiences on successfully committing a crime.
A. happiness B. danger C. fear D. rush
Sentencing guidelines are:
a. often perceived as an improper interference with the role of the judiciary. b. opposed by respected judges. c. both a and b d. none of these choices
________________________ allows elderly and disabled inmates to live outside the prison while serving their sentence
a. General parole b. Basic parole c. Medical parole d. Probation
Police should always attempt to find additional evidence to corroborate the identification made by an eyewitness
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false