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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
What is the first step in the four-step process victimologists follow when conducting research?
Identify, Define, and Describe the Problem
According to Hans von Hentig, what characteristic is common among certain types of criminals and their victims?
Feeblemindedness
What type of victim is characterized by physical weakness, limited mental prowess, and dependence on caregivers?
The Young
What is the primary motivation of 'The Acquisitive' type of victim, according to Hans von Hentig?
Acquiring wealth and possessions
What is the ultimate goal of Hans von Hentig's research on victimology?
To develop crime prevention strategies
What is a characteristic of individuals who are classified as 'The Wanton'?
They engage in indiscriminate sexual activity with many different partners
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
What is a potential consequence of 'The Tormentor's' behavior?
They may injure their hand or misjudge their strike
What is a characteristic of individuals who are classified as 'The Blocked, Exempted, or Fighting'?
They are victims of blackmail, extortion, and confidence scams
What is a common trait among 'The Wanton' and 'The Lonesome or Heartbroken'?
They are both prone to substance abuse
What is the main idea behind Von Hentig's classification of individuals?
To identify individuals who are more likely to be victims of crime
Test your knowledge about victimology, a field of study that focuses on the interactions between victims and offenders, victims and the criminal justice system, and victims and society. Learn about the four-step process victimologists follow in their research and the contributions of notable criminologists like Hans von Hentig.
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