Crime Statistics Can Sometimes Be Misleading

question 26

Essay

Crime statistics can sometimes be misleading. Explain some potential problems with crime statistics that draw conclusions about the criminal behavior of certain class, age, or ethnic groups.

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Definitions:

Quasi-Contract

A legal concept where a court enforces an obligation between parties as if they had entered into a contract, to prevent unjust enrichment.

Pari Delicto

A legal doctrine meaning "in equal fault," used to indicate that two or more parties are equally at fault for a wrong.

Unconscionable

Refers to an agreement or term within an agreement that is excessively unfair, oppressive, or unreasonable to one of the parties, often to the extent that it violates public policy.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to an injured party that goes beyond what is necessary to compensate for losses and is intended to punish the wrongdoer.