Compare and Contrast How Social Structure Theory and Social Process

question 41

Essay

Compare and contrast how social structure theory and social process theories approach delinquency prevention.

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Definitions:

White-Collar

Pertaining to jobs or workers in professions that typically require formal attire and involve office work, as opposed to manual or blue-collar labor.

Violent Street Crime

Criminal activities that occur in public places and involve force or the threat of force, including assault, robbery, and other acts of violence.

Society

A community of people living together in a more or less ordered community, sharing customs, laws, and organizations.

Stand Your Ground Law

Stand Your Ground Law is a legal doctrine in some jurisdictions that allows individuals to use force in self-defense without the duty to retreat when they reasonably believe such force is necessary to prevent harm or death.