A Young Boy Who Has Never Committed a Crime Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

A young boy who has never committed a crime is often called "criminal" because of his looks,attitude,and lack of interpersonal skills.His classmates and teachers consider him to be a bad seed who is more likely to commit serious crimes.As a result of this societal condemnation,the boy begins to commit minor offenses and slowly moves toward committing serious crimes.The boy has experienced a process called:

• A)tagging.
• B)innovation.
• C)labeling.
• D)conformism.

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Definitions:

Persuasive Authorities

Legal sources that can influence a decision but are not binding on the court, such as cases from other jurisdictions or legal treatises.

Binding

Having legal force or effect; obligating parties to comply with the terms set forth in a contract or agreement.

Courts

The governmental institutions authorized to settle disputes between parties in legal matters.

Persuasive Authorities

Sources of law, such as cases or statutes from other jurisdictions, that a court may consider for guidance but are not binding.