Victimology
Maximum word limit per answer: 200.
- Who said the following:
With an alternative reality, we would certainly revise or at least expand our image of victimization. Breaking out of the theory of reality that has dominated criminological thought, we would begin to conceive of the victims of police force, the victims of war, the victims of the “correctional” system, the victims of state violence, the victims of oppression of any sort.” - What was this person suggesting about the way we think, learn, and share knowledge about victimization?
- What is the right way to practice selfcare according to Vincette?
- Thinking about the film “There Are No Fakes” discuss the experiences of three primary victims, one secondary victim, and one tertiary victim as captured related in that film? Please note which of these victimization experiences were reported to police? Which were followed up with charge?
- In class, Dr. Scott stated that “The UCR measures what the police are doing.” What is meant by this and what is one effective alternative way to measure victimization? What are some of the differences between UCR data and the other source of data you have mentioned. Why is it better or worse?