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Study of victim's role in criminal events
Victim found to have influence in criminal behavior (provoking) Victims play indirect role in criminal incident (risky lifestyle) |
Victimology
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Psychological reaction to a highly stressful event, symptoms include depression, anxiety, flashbacks and reoccurring nightmares
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PTSD
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Undergone traumatic sexual experiences
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Adolescent stress
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Victims of spousal abuse
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Relationship stress
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Victims of crime, especially victims of childhood abuse, are more likely to commit crimes themselves
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Cycle of violence
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__________ more vulunerable to crime
_______ less likely to become victims than ________ |
African-American, western and urban homes
Homeowners, renters |
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Gender, age, social status, marital status, race/ethnicity
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5 victim characteristics
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View that victims may initiate, either actively or passively, the confrontation that leads to their victimization
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Victim Precipitation Theory
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Aggressive or provocative behavior of victims that result in their victimization
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Active participation
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Personal or social characteristics of victims that make them attractive targets for criminal
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Passive victimization
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View that victimization is primarily a function of where people live; greater exposure to dangerous places, more likely people are to become victims
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Deviant place theory
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View that victimization results from the interaction of 3 everyday factors
1. Availability of suitable targets 2. Absences of capable guardians 3. Presence of motivated offenders |
Routine Activities Theory
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Notified of proceedings and status of offender, present at proceedings, make statement at sentencing, be consulted before case is dismissed or plea is offered, right to a speedy trial, contact info kept confidential
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Victim's Rights
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