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How are common law and code law different? The same?


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Fear-gender Paradox

The phenomenon that although women are statistically less likely to be victims of many crimes, they often express higher levels of fear for their safety compared to men.

Victimized

Being made a victim, especially of a crime or any form of injustice or abuse.

Howard Becker

A sociologist known for his work on labeling theory, which suggests that societal reactions to certain behaviors can lead to deviance amplification.

Deviant

Behavior or actions that deviate from the societal norms or expectations, which can be criminal or non-criminal in nature.

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