Decriminalisation Flashcards
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What is decriminalisation
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The act of removing Sanctions against criminal behaviour or a strict ban by the government or a reluctance by the police to enforce punishment e.g Durham police do not investigate cannabis offenders
Action of legalising a crime
Enforced due to changing values in society
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What’s an example of decriminalisation
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In 1967 homosexuality was decriminalised and the age of consent was 21
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Another example of decriminalisation
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The use of cannabis can be quite open in some place in the uk as the police choose not to act. E.g Durham police force
