Crime and Gender Flashcards

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According to official statistics, which gender makes up most offenders in the UK?

Males. Most recorded crime is committed by men.

Which types of crime are men more likely to commit than women?

Men are more likely to commit violent and street crimes, such as assault and robbery.

Which types of crime are women more often convicted of?

Women are more often convicted of property offences like shoplifting and some fraud.

What is the chivalry thesis in crime and gender?

It says police and courts may treat women more leniently. This means their offending is less likely to be recorded or punished.

What does 'double deviance' mean for women in court?

Women can be punished for the crime and for breaking gender norms. They may face harsher treatment.

What did Heidensohn argue about why women commit less crime?

Women face strong social control at home, in public, and at work. This limits chances to offend.

Name the three areas of control in Heidensohn's theory.

Home, public spaces, and the workplace.

What is differential gender socialisation and how can it link to crime?

Boys and girls are raised differently. Boys may be pushed to be tough and take risks, which can lead to more offending.

How can masculinity help explain male crime?

Some men use crime to show masculinity, like toughness, status, and control. This can happen when other routes are blocked.

How does gender affect the risk of being a victim?

Women face higher risk of domestic and sexual violence. Men face higher risk of stranger violence in public places.

Who is more likely to fear crime, and why might that be?

Women often report higher fear of crime. This is linked to the risk of sexual and domestic violence.

What is the liberation thesis about women and crime?

As women gain more freedom and work roles, some say female offending may rise. It may become more like men's.

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