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What concept relates to the systematic exclusion of women from visibility in various societal structures?
What concept relates to the systematic exclusion of women from visibility in various societal structures?
Which of the following is NOT associated with organized crime?
Which of the following is NOT associated with organized crime?
Which theory emphasizes the social structures contributing to women's criminal behavior?
Which theory emphasizes the social structures contributing to women's criminal behavior?
What is the concept that describes a financial crime where investors are deceived for a profit?
What is the concept that describes a financial crime where investors are deceived for a profit?
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What does the term 'victimology' study?
What does the term 'victimology' study?
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Which report is related to the over-representation of Indigenous women in the justice system?
Which report is related to the over-representation of Indigenous women in the justice system?
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Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with organized crime groups?
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with organized crime groups?
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Which approach critiques mainstream theories by emphasizing social inequality related to gender?
Which approach critiques mainstream theories by emphasizing social inequality related to gender?
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What concept examines the social structures that contribute to the historical exclusion of women from visibility?
What concept examines the social structures that contribute to the historical exclusion of women from visibility?
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Which report addresses the structural issues faced by Indigenous women in the justice system?
Which report addresses the structural issues faced by Indigenous women in the justice system?
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Which theory critiques the mainstream perspectives by stressing the impact of societal structures on women's criminal behavior?
Which theory critiques the mainstream perspectives by stressing the impact of societal structures on women's criminal behavior?
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What type of crime involves a breach of trust through deceptive financial practices, often seen in corporate environments?
What type of crime involves a breach of trust through deceptive financial practices, often seen in corporate environments?
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Which concept relates to the increased likelihood of discrimination against racial minorities in policing practices?
Which concept relates to the increased likelihood of discrimination against racial minorities in policing practices?
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Which report focuses on the over-representation of certain demographics in victimization statistics?
Which report focuses on the over-representation of certain demographics in victimization statistics?
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What model represents the organized crime framework focusing on personal connections and social networks?
What model represents the organized crime framework focusing on personal connections and social networks?
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What term refers to the criminal activities that are otherwise legal when engaged in consensually?
What term refers to the criminal activities that are otherwise legal when engaged in consensually?
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Which financial scheme involves deceptive promises of high returns on investments without legitimate business activities?
Which financial scheme involves deceptive promises of high returns on investments without legitimate business activities?
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Which crime type is characterized by violence against women, often linked to control and dominance?
Which crime type is characterized by violence against women, often linked to control and dominance?
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Flashcards
Organized Crime Goals
Organized Crime Goals
Motivations of organized criminal groups, such as financial gain, power, or control over resources.
White Collar Crime
White Collar Crime
Crimes committed by individuals in professional or business settings, often involving dishonesty and deception.
Feminization of Poverty
Feminization of Poverty
The disproportionate representation of women among the poor.
Racial Inequality in Crime
Racial Inequality in Crime
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Systemic Racism
Systemic Racism
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Cybercrime
Cybercrime
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Victimology
Victimology
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Corporate Crime
Corporate Crime
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Malestream
Malestream
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Lombroso + Women and Crime
Lombroso + Women and Crime
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The Conservative/Positivist Approach
The Conservative/Positivist Approach
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Role Theory
Role Theory
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Critiques of Mainstream Theories
Critiques of Mainstream Theories
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Women's Liberation Thesis
Women's Liberation Thesis
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Criminalized Women
Criminalized Women
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Racial Inequality
Racial Inequality
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Violence Against Women
Violence Against Women
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Study Notes
The Systematic Exclusion of Women from Visibility
- The systematic exclusion of women from visibility across societal structures can be understood as the concept of invisibility.
Organized Crime
- Organized crime often involves hierarchical structures, ensuring its members are typically organized and disciplined, while utilizing violence and intimidation to maintain power and control.
Theories of Women's Criminal Behavior
- One prominent theory that examines the social structures contributing to women's criminal behavior is feminist criminology.
Deception and Financial Crime
- Fraud embodies a type of financial crime where investors are deceitfully targeted for financial gain.
Victimology
- Victimology focuses on examining the factors leading to victimization and how individuals or communities are affected by crime.
Over-Representation of Indigenous Women in the Justice System
- The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls report, commonly referred to as the MMIWG report, directly addresses the over-representation of Indigenous women in Canada's justice system.
Characteristics of Organized Crime
- Ideological uniformity, while present in some other groups, is not typically a defining characteristic of organized crime groups.
Feminist Criminology and Critique of Mainstream Theories
- Feminist criminology offers a critique of mainstream criminological theories by putting emphasis on the impact of social inequality and gender in shaping criminal behavior.
Examining the Historical Invisibility of Women
- The concept of invisibility delves into the social structures that historically contributed to the systematic exclusion of women from societal visibility.
Addressing Structural Issues Faced by Indigenous Women
- The MMIWG report investigates the structural issues faced by Indigenous women in the justice system, highlighting key areas related to discrimination, systemic racism, and inadequate support systems.
Critiquing Mainstream Theories from a Societal Structure Perspective
- Feminist criminology, through the lens of social structures, criticizes traditional explanations of crime, emphasizing that women's criminal behavior is often shaped by societal inequalities.
Corporate Crime and Deception
- Corporate crime usually involves a breach of trust through deceptive financial practices, often committed within corporate environments.
Racial Discrimination in Policing
- Racial profiling exemplifies the increased likelihood of discrimination against racial minorities during police practices.
Demographics in Victimization Statistics
- The victimization survey focuses on the over-representation of specific demographic groups within victimization statistics.
Organized Crime Framework
- The patron-client model is one representation of the organized crime framework, centered on personal connections and social networks, emphasizing the importance of relationships within these groups.
Criminalization of Consensual Activities
- Victimless crimes relate to criminal activities deemed illegal despite being consensual.
Deceptive Investment Schemes
- Ponzi schemes represent a type of financial scheme involving deceptive promises of exceptionally high investment returns without legitimate business operations.
Violence Against Women
- Domestic violence is a type of crime characterized by violence against women, often tied to control and dominance.
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Prepare for the CC 100 final exam covering critical topics such as the invisibility of women in society, malestream feminism, and various aspects of organized crime. This quiz will also delve into white-collar crimes, high-profile cases, and victimology trends in Canada, ensuring you are well-equipped for your exam on December 11th.
