Discuss the Development of Feminist Theories of Crime

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Essay

Discuss the development of feminist theories of crime. When did they develop? Why did they develop? What are the three approaches when considering the theoretical issues of women and crime?

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Definitions:

Freeholders

Historically, individuals who owned their land outright, without owing feudal duties or rents to a superior, often having specific political rights or privileges in their locality.

Suffrage

The entitlement to participate in political elections by casting a vote.

Popular Votes

The total number of votes cast by the electorate in an election, as opposed to electoral college votes or legislative votes.