Reasons for crime (OCR GCSE Religious Studies): Flashcards
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3 key types of crimes
3 key types of crimes
Against person, against property, against State
Crimes against the person
Crimes against the person
Offences causing direct harm to a person
Examples of crimes against the person
Examples of crimes against the person
e.g. Murder, rape, GBH, hate crimes
Crimes against property
Crimes against property
Offences that damage or deprive people of their property
Examples of crimes against property
Examples of crimes against property
e.g. Arson, burglary, trespassing
Crimes against the State
Crimes against the State
Offences endangering everyone or affecting society
Examples of crimes against the State
Examples of crimes against the State
e.g. Terrorism, selling state secrets, perjury
Upbringing as reason for crime
Upbringing as reason for crime
Environment, family morals, financial status, exposure to crime
Mental illness as reason for crime
Mental illness as reason for crime
Psychological issues, no understanding of right/wrong, no guilt
Addiction as reason for crime
Addiction as reason for crime
Addiction to alcohol, drugs, sex, money feeds habit/cravings
Poverty as reason for crime
Poverty as reason for crime
No money, no job, no way to survive or provide
Greed/hate as reasons for crime
Greed/hate as reasons for crime
Emotions, wanting more, taking revenge
Opposition to existing laws as reason for crime
Opposition to existing laws as reason for crime
Protest against unfair laws, breaking laws to change them