Explain How Sociological Definitions of Deviance Differ from Psychological Explanations

question 71

Essay

Explain how sociological definitions of deviance differ from psychological explanations.

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Definitions:

Slander

A form of defamation that involves making false spoken statements damaging to a person's reputation, as opposed to libel, which involves written statements.

Reckless Disregard

A legal term referring to a person's intentional negligence or failure to pay proper attention to a duty or law, often resulting in harm or damage.

Double Jeopardy

A legal principle that prevents an individual from being tried twice for the same offense.

Same Crime

The principle that individuals committing the same offense should receive equal treatment and punishment under law.