Criminology Overview and Crime Definitions
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What is the primary focus of zemiology, as opposed to traditional criminology?

  • Analyzing the economic costs of crime
  • Examining the legal definitions of crime as given
  • Focusing on individual criminal behavior and motivations
  • Investigating social harm rather than just legally defined crimes (correct)
  • Which of the following best describes the 'ontological reality of crime' according to the text?

  • Crime is an intrinsic behavior that is universally recognized
  • Crime is an objective measure of antisocial behavior
  • Crime is a social construct defined by legal systems and social relations (correct)
  • Crime is determined by an individual's moral choices only
  • What does the 'myth of crime' refer to in the context of the excerpt?

  • The fictional elements often depicted in crime novels
  • The common misconceptions about crime rates and victim statistics
  • The acceptance of crime as a self-evident concept without questioning its definitions (correct)
  • The idea that crime only affects certain segments of the population
  • What is a critique of the criminal justice system's approach to crime?

    <p>It often overlooks severe harms like corporate and state crimes, while focusing on less harmful ones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the provided examples illustrates how the same act can be defined differently based on legal and social contexts?

    <p>The legality of killing, which varies when state-sanctioned as opposed to extrajudicial (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the effectiveness of current crime control measures?

    <p>They often maintain unequal power structures rather than reducing crime. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement most accurately summarizes the text's view on the criminalization process?

    <p>It is a complex procedure influenced by power dynamics that affect which actions are deemed criminal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text advocates for a broader understanding of harm by calling for an interdisciplinary approach. Which of these is an example of an area beyond criminology that this approach might include?

    <p>The socio-economic structures created by capitalism that affect the distribution of harm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor most significantly complicates detainees' agency within detention centers?

    <p>The absolute nature of state power, mediated through various actors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text describe the moral and normative space occupied by detention centers?

    <p>As a moral and normative gray area, often arbitrary and without clear justification. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of a detainee's identity is noted as being crucial in determining their experiences within detention centers?

    <p>The intersections of their race, gender, and citizenship. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes detention centers from prisons, according to the text?

    <p>Detention centers hold individuals without a defined time frame, unlike prisons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the concept of agency described as 'problematic' in the context of detention centers?

    <p>Because many detainees lack the actual capacity to fight due to systemic barriers and power imbalances. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the critique that detention centers employ a 'one-size-fits-all' approach?

    <p>That the treatment and experiences of detainees are not adjusted to reflect the nuances of their situations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key ethical concern associated with the increased militarization of border enforcement?

    <p>The use of force and treatment of individuals crossing borders. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text emphasize the difference between 'agency' and 'compliance' in the context of detention?

    <p>To recognize that compliance often stems from structural constraints rather than free will. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the sharing of biometric data across nations impact individuals?

    <p>It raises concerns about consent and the potential misuse of personal information. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key moral imperative related to addressing immigration detention?

    <p>Reevaluating the needs of non-citizens using a more humane approach. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept reflects systemic inequalities where marginalized populations, especially migrants, disproportionately face punitive measures?

    <p>Immcaceration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intrinsic nature of punishment as it relates to the state?

    <p>It involves the infliction of pain by the state. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Withdrawal of Rights' specifically entail for irregular migrants?

    <p>The deprivation of fundamental rights, including the right to life, liberty, and basic needs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text describe the harms suffered by migrants at borders as a result of securitization?

    <p>As collateral damage, raising ethical questions about the policies. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What comparison does the text make regarding migration control and its impact on marginalized groups?

    <p>It is likened to apartheid practices, reinforcing social hierarchies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key recommendation for re-evaluating current approaches to migration and crime control?

    <p>Emphasizing humane treatment, rehabilitation, and the protection of human rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern that wealthy nations exhibit in response to global population pressures, economic crises, and shifting political power?

    <p>A defensive reaction focused on isolating themselves and protecting their perceived stability and way of life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'criminology of mobility' refer to?

    <p>The use of criminological perspectives to analyze border control and migration enforcement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text define 'criminalization' in the context of border control and migration?

    <p>A social construct, dependent on societal definitions and the power dynamics between enforcers and those subjected to the law. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between migration control and crime control systems, as described in the text?

    <p>Migration control and crime control systems are becoming increasingly convergent, with similar methods of surveillance, policing, and legal processes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'crimmigration law'?

    <p>A convergence of immigration and criminal law where border violations are now often treated as criminal offenses. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the text’s view on the concept of border crossing in relation to criminality?

    <p>It challenges the idea that border crossing is inherently criminal, suggesting it’s a natural part of globalization and economic interdependence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the discourse around migration as discussed in the text?

    <p>A punitive framing that often portrays migrants as deviants or threats to society. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon is highlighted by the observation of stricter border policies and their impact on marginalized groups?

    <p>A growing existence of global apartheid. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary ethical concern regarding the designation of 'safe third countries' for asylum seekers?

    <p>They may lack adequate infrastructure and legal protections. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the EU's externalization strategy impact its obligations under international law?

    <p>It creates loopholes that may evade direct compliance with asylum protections. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do financial incentives play in the EU's migration policies?

    <p>They motivate other countries to act as gatekeepers for migration. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major consequence of the EU's strategy to use third countries as 'containment zones'?

    <p>Increased reports of abuse and forced deportations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the framework of externalization affect the rights of migrants?

    <p>It shifts the balance towards state security over human rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal principle is put at risk by the transfer of asylum responsibilities to third countries?

    <p>Non-refoulement protections. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the future of asylum policies based on current trends in externalization?

    <p>The privilege of seeking asylum may depend on geographical considerations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do the Italy-Libya cooperation programs exemplify the criticisms of externalization?

    <p>They obscure the connection between migrants and European legal obligations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one primary aim of the EU's externalization policies as discussed?

    <p>To manage and control migration through distance and deterrence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential consequence of the UK's Rwanda model is highlighted?

    <p>It discourages future migration by isolating asylum seekers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Critics of the EU's externalization strategies argue that these policies reflect a desire to do what?

    <p>Dismantle pathways for asylum and reduce visible pressures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the externalization policies characterized in relation to EU's commitment to international law?

    <p>They undermine the EU's commitment to international law and human rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant underlying aim of externalization policies when it comes to migration?

    <p>To separate migrants from EU compassion and assistance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these deals exemplifies the externalization strategy within the EU?

    <p>UK-Rwanda Agreement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended effect of creating distance between migrants and EU borders, as per the externalization policies?

    <p>To reduce the number of asylum claims in the EU (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the EU's approach to asylum seekers be characterized according to the described policies?

    <p>Focused on maintaining humanitarian engagement while deterring migration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Crimmigration law

    The convergence of immigration and criminal law that treats border violations as criminal offenses.

    Criminalization of mobility

    The process by which border crossing is labeled as a criminal act due to societal definitions and power dynamics.

    Global apartheid

    A systematic divide between wealthy and impoverished nations, intensifying through immigration policies.

    Surveillance in migration control

    The use of monitoring practices to enforce immigration policies and control borders.

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    Migration-control industry

    An emerging sector focused on policing and legal processes related to migration enforcement.

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    Criminology of mobility

    A sub-field studying the intersection of crime and migration to better understand border work.

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    Punitive migration policies

    Policies that impose harsh penalties on migrants, framing them as societal threats or deviants.

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    Ethnocultural diversity

    The need to accept and adapt to various cultural backgrounds to promote peaceful coexistence.

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    Externalization Policies

    Strategies to manage migration by pushing borders outward, away from the EU.

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    Control Over Compassion

    The hidden agenda within externalization policies focusing on deterrence instead of true aid.

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    UK-Rwanda Model

    A policy relocating asylum seekers to Rwanda permanently, severing their ties to the UK.

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    Deterrence Strategy

    Approach in migration policies designed to discourage future migrants from attempting to enter the EU.

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    Integrity of Humanitarian Principles

    The commitment to uphold human rights and provide support to those in need.

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    Psychological Distance

    The emotional and mental separation created between migrants and the humanitarian aid they seek.

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    Migration System Based on Fairness

    An ideal approach to migration that emphasizes equity, inclusion, and social justice.

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    Partnership vs Containment

    The difference between collaborative migration approaches and those that simply aim to restrict and control movement.

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    Zemiology

    The study of social harm rather than traditional crime.

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    Social Harm

    Negative impacts on individuals or societies beyond legal definitions of crime.

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    Crime Variation

    Differences in how certain acts are regarded based on cultural and legal contexts.

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    Constructed Concept of Crime

    Crime is defined by legal systems and social relations, lacking inherent qualities.

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    Myth of Crime

    The acceptance of crime without questioning its definitions, leading to misconceptions.

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    Exclusion of Serious Harms

    The criminal justice system often overlooks severe issues like corporate crime and violence against women.

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    Criminalization Process

    The complex dynamics of which behaviors are defined as crimes and the power influencing this.

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    Ineffectiveness of Crime Control

    Current crime control measures fail to reduce crime or rehabilitate offenders, perpetuating inequalities.

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    State Power in Detention

    The state's authority in detention is mediated by NGOs and companies, complicating detainees' agency.

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    Detainee Identity

    Detainees' identities impact their experiences and power dynamics in detention centers.

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    Racial and Gender Bias

    Detainees often face treatment that reflects biases based on race and gender.

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    Agency vs. Compliance

    Detainees may comply due to structural constraints rather than consent, highlighting power complexities.

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    Moral Gray Area

    Detention centers exist morally ambiguous, lacking clear legitimacy or justification for detention.

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    Indefinite Detention

    Detainees can be held indefinitely without a defined time frame, raising ethical concerns.

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    Intersectionality

    Understanding detainees requires considering the intersections of race, gender, and citizenship.

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    Globalization and Mobility

    Immigration detention is influenced by global migration patterns, challenging justice notions.

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    Asylum Protections

    Legal safeguards for individuals seeking refuge from persecution.

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    Safe Third Countries

    Nations where asylum seekers can be sent, assumed safe for processing.

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    Non-refoulement

    The principle preventing states from returning asylum seekers to places where their life is at risk.

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    Externalization of Asylum

    The process where nations transfer the responsibility of asylum to other countries.

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    EU's Role

    The European Union's strategies to manage migrant flows through external partnerships.

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    Migration Control

    Policies and practices aimed at regulating the movement of people across borders.

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    Ethical Implications

    The moral consequences and responsibilities related to migration policies.

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    Containment Zones

    Areas where migrants are kept to limit their movement, often lacking protection.

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    Crimmigration

    A system combining criminal and immigration law, affecting non-citizens with punitive measures.

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    Militarization of Borders

    The use of military personnel and technologies in migration control.

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    Immacroceration

    Systemic inequalities framed as detention, harming marginalized groups especially migrants.

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    Biometric Data Sharing

    The exchange of personal biometric information among nations, raising privacy concerns.

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    Withdrawal of Rights

    Deprivation of fundamental rights for irregular migrants, causing physical and psychological harm.

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    Deaths at Borders

    Securitization leads to injuries and deaths among migrants during border crossings.

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    Economic and Racial Inequality

    Migration policies often favor wealthy individuals and reinforce social hierarchies.

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    Ethical Concerns of Force

    The moral issues related to using force for border enforcement and the treatment of individuals.

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    Study Notes

    Criminology-crime:

    • Criminology is a comprehensive overview of the field, exploring its complexities.
    • Crime is viewed as a form of social production, creating various professions, including criminologists.
    • Criminology is a political endeavor, influenced by who defines crime and who receives punishment.
    • Sutherland's definition of criminology encompasses law-making, law-breaking, and societal reactions.
    • Criminology evolved from disparate interests into a recognized field, drawing from disciplines like sociology, psychology, and law.
    • Criminology isn't a single theoretical framework, featuring various perspectives.
    • Common misconceptions include the belief that criminologists investigate crime directly.
    • Core questions of criminology revolve around definition, perpetrators, and societal responses.
    • Cultural contexts influence criminal behavior, as acts like graffiti have different meanings.

    Historical Changes in Legality:

    • Legal definitions and criminal acts have changed over time, influenced by social movements.
    • The text uses the Loving case example to illustrate changes in marriage laws, impacting social movements.
    • Activities that were once tolerated (e.g., drug use) have been criminalized.

    Relativity Across Jurisdictions:

    • Criminal definitions vary between cultures and legal systems
    • Different cultures and legal systems treat similar actions differently.
    • Different treatment for children and juveniles in the legal system is explained.

    Social Construction of Crime:

    • Criminal behavior is defined by societal constructs and power structures, benefiting specific groups.
    • Power disparities affect criminal justice actions, and corporate wrongdoing is sometimes overlooked.

    Crime vs Harm:

    • Crime is multifaceted, encompassing a wide range of behaviors, not all of which have common characteristics.
    • Behaviors like drink driving, prostitution, and identity theft, although crimes, vary significantly in context and impact.

    Criminals as a Category:

    • The term "criminal" implies uniformity of characteristics, which isn't accurate.
    • Many individuals in the U.S. have criminal records, but this doesn't imply inherent characteristics.
    • Factors such as family violence, substance abuse during childhood, and other factors, are linked to criminal behavior.

    The Nature of Harm and Criminal Justice:

    • Offenses may cause limited harm, which raises questions about the goals of the criminal justice system.
    • Significant harms, including those caused by governments and corporations, are sometimes overlooked.
    • Traditional justice may fall short of resolving conflicts, requiring evaluation of alternative methods.

    Zemiology:

    • Zemiology suggests a focus on social harm, encompassing a wider understanding of harm.
    • Challenges traditional definitions of crime to include broader issues of harm.

    Ontological Reality of Crime:

    • Criminology needs to consider the constructed nature of crime and that it does not inherently exist.
    • Legal systems define crime based on social considerations, making it contingent.
    • Perceptions of crime vary across contexts and times, causing inconsistencies in the definition.

    Critiques of Crime as a Concept:

    • Criminology frequently fails to adequately consider the broader harms caused by powerful entities.
    • Focusing on crime as a singular category ignores numerous instances of harmful actions.

    Harms of the Criminal Justice System:

    • The harms of the criminal justice system itself are discussed.
    • Punitive measures and their consequences for communities are analyzed.

    Expanding Definitions of Harm:

    • The definition of crime should be extended beyond legal violations to include social and moral considerations.

    Zemiology as a Discipline:

    • Zemiology as a discipline focuses on social harm.
    • This includes analyzing the relationships between social harm, power imbalances, and systemic inequality.

    Mobility Inequality:

    • Global mobility is unequally distributed, creating a divide between tourists and vagabonds.
    • Vagabonds, often from the global south, face greater challenges in accessing opportunities for mobility.

    Fluid vs Solid borders:

    • Borders have become more fluid, with various physical and virtual restrictions influencing migration
    • Physical and virtual borders are discussed and their significance on social exclusion highlighted.

    Knowledge Production and Global Inequality:

    • Global North-centric views of criminology must be challenged to incorporate global south perspectives.
    • Criminological insights from Global South societies are crucial for a more complete understanding of crime.
    • The global south comprises approximately 85% of the world's population.

    Southern Criminology:

    • Southern Criminology seeks to incorporate the unique experiences of the global South.
    • This approach critiques North-centric criminology, advocating for more comprehensive perspectives.
    • Critical examination of colonialism and global power dynamics is crucial for understanding crime.
    • The unique historical contexts and perspectives of the Global South are essential to understand crime.

    Harms of the Criminal Justice System:

    • The system's inherent harms include legal pollution and the negative effects of punitive measures.
    • The shortcomings of relying solely on punitive measures are highlighted.

    Expanding Definitions of Harm:

    • The concept of "harm" should also encompass actions not explicitly deemed criminal but with significant societal consequences

    The Criminilization of Mobility:

    • The concept of crimmigration law is introduced.
    • How border control relates to and impacts migration.
    • How migration control technologies are evolving.

    Critiques of Traditional Criminology:

    • Traditional criminology often fails to adequately capture the complex and nuanced aspects of crime and its context.

    Moral Underpinnings of Punishment:

    • Moral imperatives to understand punishment in the context of crime, particularly concerning non-citizens

    State-Sponsored Discrimination and the Treatment of Refugees:

    • State-sponsored discrimination against migrants and refugees is deeply embedded in Turkey.

    The Case of "Festus Okey"

    • The case exemplifies the pervasiveness of impunity surrounding state-sanctioned violence against migrants.

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