How does crime impact on the community? Exam question June 12 Explain what sociologists mean by white-collar crime. (4 marks) Fear of crime; racism explain how crime can impact communities. describe the social problem of racism. explain the ways in which governments have tried to tackle racially aggravated crime.

St Louis, USA is riddled with violent crime. There were 159 murders in 2015. Write down 3 ways crime may impact St Louis Discuss with your group.

Crime and the Community Activities Mat Complete all activities using p.34 Once complete, have a go at these exam style questions Explain what sociologists mean by corporate crime (4 marks) Explain one reason why there is an argument and debate about levels of violent crime in society and why it might be difficult to reduce the public’s fear of such crime (5 marks) Extension: complete a ‘debate mate’ for a 12 mark question of your choice

Crime and the Community Method to reduce crime How is it supposed to work? Is it effective? Fear of Crime According to the British Crime Survey, which crimes caused the public most worry? What evidence is there to suggest that people worry more than they should? How might the media cause people to fear crime disproportionately? Why do you think crime prevention strategies are placing the responsibility with citizens and not the police?

White Collar and Corporate Crime Apply Clinard and Meier (2001) to the Sports Direct case study Financial Harm Physical Harm Social costs Guardian undercover reporters revealed workers are not paid for degrading searches that take place at the begining and end of shifts Staff are made to strip down to their last layer of clothing to prove they have not stolen any items from the company’s biggest warehouse Minimum wage is £6.70 for adults in UK but sports direct employees are only paid £6.50 Who is more likely to suffer as a result of corporate crime?

Racism Why do people fear crime disproportionately? Government’s want to appear tough on crime to win elections an appear in control - their hyperactivity on law and order makes people feel as if crime is widespread.

Racism Why do people fear crime disproportionately? 2. The Media Television shows, computer games etc. show an unrealistic representation of crime Newspapers focus on violent crime, causing a ‘moral panic’

Racism Why do people fear crime disproportionately? 3. People hear about crime from someone else and then assume it will happen to them even though that is statistically very unlikely

How does racism impact on the community? Exam question Describe one reason why there is an argumnt and debate about the levels of violent crime in society and why this might make it difficult to reduce the public’s fear of crime (5 marks) Fear of crime; racism explain how crime can impact communities. describe the social problem of racism. explain the ways in which governments have tried to tackle racially aggravated crime.

What do we know about crime and minority ethnic groups already?

Racism & Crime What are the links with racism and crime? Structured Note Taking Make notes under the following subheadings Ethnic Minorities as victims of crime Phillips & Bowling (2007) The Crime and Disorder Act (1998) Racially aggravated offences Racist victimisation Activities Read the story on hate crimes since Brexit and answer the following questions. What is a hate crime? What evidence is there to support the idea that hate crimes are rising? How might we explain this? If you were in charge, what solutions would you enact?