Vagrancy Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Define vagrancy
A
Having no visible means of support and often associated with homelessness and begging
2
Q
Is vagrancy still a criminal offence in England
A
Yes under the vagrancy Act 1824 though enforcement varies
3
Q
Why have views on vagrancy changed
A
Increased empathy and understanding of homelessness
