Labeling theory, as opposed to most other criminological theories, asks:
a. Why was the person designated as deviant?
b. What caused the person to act in a deviant manner?
c. Why do people obey the laws of society?
d. How did this particular act, and not another, take place?
Answer: a
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a. True b. False
It would not be appropriate to classify Cohen's subculture theory as a bridging theory.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Compare the positive and negative aspects of delayed trials.
What will be an ideal response?
tThe term "clearance rate" refers to:
a. the percentage of reported crimes. b. the percentage of crimes that result in arrest and prosecution. c. the percentage of crimes that result in a criminal conviction. d. the percentage of stolen goods that are returned to victims of crime.