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What Do Victimologists Do?

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What is the primary focus of victimologists' research?

The interactions between victims and offenders, victims and the criminal justice system, and victims and society (correct)

The development of crime prevention strategies

The interactions between offenders and the criminal justice system

The characteristics of criminals

What is the first step in the four-step process victimologists follow when conducting research?

Gather Evidence to Test Hypotheses

Investigate How Victims Are Handled

Measure the True Dimensions of the Problem

Identify, Define, and Describe the Problem (correct)

According to Hans von Hentig, what characteristic is common among certain types of criminals and their victims?

Age

Wealth

Feeblemindedness (correct)

Intelligence

What type of victim is characterized by physical weakness, limited mental prowess, and dependence on caregivers?

The Young Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation of 'The Acquisitive' type of victim, according to Hans von Hentig?

Acquiring wealth and possessions Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of Hans von Hentig's research on victimology?

To develop crime prevention strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of individuals who are classified as 'The Wanton'?

They engage in indiscriminate sexual activity with many different partners Signup and view all the answers

According to Von Hentig, what is a common trait of 'The Lonesome or Heartbroken'?

They are prone to substance abuse and easy prey for con men Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of 'The Tormentor's' behavior?

They may injure their hand or misjudge their strike Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of individuals who are classified as 'The Blocked, Exempted, or Fighting'?

They are victims of blackmail, extortion, and confidence scams Signup and view all the answers

What is a common trait among 'The Wanton' and 'The Lonesome or Heartbroken'?

They are both prone to substance abuse Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind Von Hentig's classification of individuals?

To identify individuals who are more likely to be victims of crime Signup and view all the answers