Environemntal Crime Prevention Flashcards
1
Q
Wilson and kelling
A
Broken window thesis
- broken windkw = signs of disorder and lack of concern
- if a place is left to disrepair it will get worse and lead to crime
- decay shows lack of control
2
Q
Zero tolerence policing
A
Deal with all types of crime no matter how petty
3
Q
New York subway
A
Graffiti removed in ‘clean car programme’
- tidying up the place immediately
4
Q
In the uk
A
Curfews Street drinking bans Dispersal orders Babies of the borough Knife crime prevention
5
Q
Evaluation
A
Not enough officers to patrol due to lack of funding
Investing in local areas is more economically effective
