Neo-Marxism in Crime Theory
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What is a central idea of Neo-Marxist theories regarding the nature of criminals?

  • Criminals are primarily influenced by biological factors.
  • Criminals are victims of an oppressive economic system.
  • Criminals make conscious choices to commit crime. (correct)
  • Criminals often lack a conscious awareness of their actions.

According to the criticisms of Neo-Marxist theories, which of the following is NOT typically cited?

  • The theories overlook the motivations for male and female criminal behavior.
  • Not all crimes are linked to political motives.
  • Neo-Marxism fails to consider the psychological aspects of crime. (correct)
  • The theories are seen as overly idealistic.

What element is considered the immediate origin of a deviant act in a fully social theory of crime?

  • Public response to the act.
  • The societal stigmas associated with the act.
  • The historical context surrounding the event.
  • Specific factors leading up to the crime. (correct)

How does Neo-Marxism's view on capitalism contribute to crime and deviance?

<p>Capitalism is based on exploitation and creates conflicts that lead to crime. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which critique of Neo-Marxist theories highlights the disparity in criminal motivations among different genders?

<p>Feminist criticism regarding gender-blindness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is capitalism considered criminogenic?

<p>It leads to a widening gap between the rich and poor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Gordon, what is a rational reaction to capitalistic influences?

<p>Crime across all social classes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Pearce argue about the application of laws in capitalist societies?

<p>Crimes committed by the wealthy often go unpunished. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor do many theories ignore when explaining crime according to the evaluation section?

<p>Other social factors beyond class inequalities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the existence of poverty relate to crime rates?

<p>There is a strong correlation between poverty and higher crime rates. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Neo-Marxist Theory of Crime

Neo-Marxist theory of crime argues that crime arises from capitalism's inherent inequalities and exploitation, motivating individuals to react against an unjust system.

Capitalism's Role in Crime

Capitalism, driven by exploitation, creates social inequality, leading to criminal activity as a response to injustice in the system.

Elements of Social Theory of Crime

A social theory of crime analyzes the wider origins, immediate causes and social reactions to criminal activity, including effects of labeling.

Hall (1978) Mugging

Hall's study of mugging used the idea of a social crisis, including riots and unrest, to explain crimes as a reaction to societal problems and media portrayals.

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Criminals as Conscious Actors

Neo-Marxist theory sees criminals as aware of and motivated by political goals, such as challenging inequality, stemming from capitalist exploitation.

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Capitalism and Crime

Capitalism is seen as a system that creates crime due to exploitation and widening wealth gaps, potentially leading to violence.

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Gordon's View on Crime

Gordon (1974) argued that crime is a logical response to capitalist greed, competition, and profit, and that crime exists across all social classes.

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Reiman's Ruling Class Crime

Reiman (1998) suggests the ruling class may hide or manipulate crime statistics, focusing on less serious offenses by the less powerful to make their own crimes seem less significant or hide them entirely.

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Selective Application of Laws

Pearce (1976) argued that laws are not applied equally, and the wealthy often escape consequences for their actions, while crimes of the working class are more visible and pursued more rigorously.

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Crime and Social Conditions

Crime is often a consequence of social issues in a society, such as poverty and inequality. There is a correlation between poverty and crime rates.

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