Which of the following phrases reflects the process whereby gangs promote their own myths about their dangerousness?
a. fallacy
b. big gang theory
c. crime reporting wave
d. gang suppression
b. big gang theory
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An effective police department sets goals. However, there is a difference between real and stated goals. Discuss the difference between real and stated goals and the implications it has on a police department
What will be an ideal response?
About 50 % of the nicotine in a cigarette is actually inhaled and reaches the bloodstream
a. True b. False
According to the text, why are family conferences effective?
A. Punishments imposed by those important to the offender are more meaningful. B. The family members will be more lenient on an offender. C. Punishments imposed by those important to the victim are more meaningful. D. The offender is more likely to cooperate if the victim’s family is involved.
In the 1940s, which of the following theorists formulated the basic assumptions of labeling theory?
A. Frank Tannenbaum B. Howard Becker C. Edwin Lemert D. George Herbert Mead