AC1 UNIT2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is deviance?and an example
A
It is a behaviour which goes against social norms.
An example is picking your nose in public.
2
Q
Identify 3 formal sanctions:
A
Fine
Community orders
Custodial sentence
3
Q
Identify 3 informal sanctions:
A
Name calling
Name calling
Frowning on behaviour
4
Q
What is a crime? And an example
A
It is an unlawful act punishable by a state
Murder, theft, arson, rape
5
Q
What is actus reus?
A
The guilty act
6
Q
What is mens rea?
A
The guilty mind
7
Q
What is guilty in some countries but not ours?
A
Homosexuality
