Criminology Refers to the Crime-Control Practices, Philosophies, and Policies Used

question 23

True/False

Criminology refers to the crime-control practices, philosophies, and policies used by the police, courts, and system of corrections.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Ghettos

Urban areas predominantly inhabited by members of a specific ethnic group, often as a result of social, economic, or legal pressures.

Discriminatory Practices

Actions that unjustly differentiate or segregate individuals on the basis of arbitrary distinctions such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

Homogeneous Culture

A culture in which most members share similar values, beliefs, and social practices, leading to minimal cultural diversity.

Melting Pot

A metaphor for a society where many different types of people blend together as one.