Crime - Right Realist Theories Flashcards
(36 cards)
What is Right Realism?
A right-wing, Conservative perspective on crime and deviance
Who are New Right sociologists?
Sociologists who argue that individuals are responsible for their own actions
What do Right Realists believe about human nature?
Individuals are naturally selfish and will commit crime for personal gain
What is the Right Realist view on crime’s impact on society?
Crime destroys communities and threatens the work ethic of society
What is the proposed solution by Right Realists to reduce crime?
Control and punishment, such as longer prison sentences and higher fines
According to Right Realists, what influences the decision to commit a crime?
The risk of getting caught
Fill in the blank: Right Realists advocate for _______ strategies to prevent crime.
target hardening
What are some examples of target hardening strategies?
- Anti-climb paint
- Car steering wheel locks
- Barbed wire on gates
- Patlock on French doors
What do Right Realists suggest to increase the risk of getting caught?
More CCTV cameras and more police on the streets
How do Left Realists differ from Right Realists in their approach to crime prevention?
They argue that tackling social inequalities will prevent offending
Who is Charles Murray?
A Right Realist who argues that the crime rate is increasing due to a growing underclass
What does Charles Murray claim about the underclass?
They are welfare dependent and fail to socialize their children properly
Fill in the blank: Murray argues that welfare dependency leads to a _______ attitude in children.
fatalistic
What is the consequence of a fatalistic attitude in children according to Murray?
They think they cannot change their situation and do not engage in school
What results from idle unemployed young people according to Right Realism?
They are more likely to turn to crime
What is IMurray’s criticism of single parent families?
They fail to socialise their children properly
IMurray argues that single mothers do not provide the necessary male role models for boys.
What do boys raised by single mothers lack according to IMurray?
Male role models
This lack may lead them to seek tough love from criminal role models.
What criminal influences might boys from single mother households turn to?
Gang leaders
They may seek money and status through criminal acts instead of legitimate jobs.
What is the primary approach of Right Realists to prevent crime?
Be tough on crime and punish people harshly
This approach aims to deter individuals from committing crimes.
What is one method of situational crime prevention?
Target hardening strategies
Examples include anti-climb paint and car steering wheel locks.
What does designing-out crime involve?
Working with developers and planners to prevent crime through design
Secured by Design is an example of this strategy.
What is a key feature of the new housing development in London aimed at reducing crime?
Improved lighting and better landscaping
These changes enhance visibility and passive surveillance.
What theory does environmental crime prevention stem from?
‘Broken windows’ theory
This theory suggests that neglect leads to more crime.
What is the Zero Tolerance approach to anti-social behaviour?
Clamping down on any signs of disorder immediately
This includes actions like removing drunks from the street and arresting vandals.
