Explain the Difference Between the Informal and the Formal Criminal

question 27

Essay

Explain the difference between the informal and the formal criminal justice processes. ​

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Definitions:

Race

A social construct used to categorize humans into large and distinct populations based on physical appearances, ancestry, and cultural history.

Gender

Refers to the social and cultural distinctions associated with being male or female.

Social Class

A classification within society structured on economic and social standings.

Mental Disorder

A broad category of conditions that affect an individual's thinking, feeling, mood, or behavior.