Consequences of crime

How many groups in society feel the consequences of crime?

Many people, groups and institutions feel the consequences of crime Many people, groups and institutions feel the consequences of crime. However, we will be focusing on 4 in particular: Communities The perpetrator of the crime Family of victim and perpetrator Businesses

Examples Group/person Consequence Perpetrator Local community Business Prison time. Also, reoffending rates are over 70% in some prisons. Perpetrator Broken windows theory: if the small crimes are accepted, Broken windows etc then more serious crimes become likely. Local community Crime effects productivity in a number of ways, but it also puts off businesses from locating in communities with high crime rates. Business

Effect of Crime on Communities Crime in communities can effect the physical environment, for instance graffiti, broken windows and litter strewn streets can have a negative impact on the price of property. Crime can also lead to lack of private sector investment. The physical signs of crime on buildings can lead to a community mind set which leads to even more serious crimes. High levels of crime may damage community spirit and result in less neighbourliness. People may simply want to ‘keep themselves to themselves’ for fear of harassment. Similarly, an academic study has shown that areas that have a spike in crime makes people less likely to go walking in their community. This can lead to bad health.

Thinking Point Can we think of any positive consequences that crime can have on communities?

Positive Reactions from Communities Following the knife murder of Reamonn Gormley in Blantyre in 2011, thousands of local people marched through the streets in memory of Reamonn and the other 3 Blantyre residents who had been killed that year by a knife. The marchers were calling for automatic prison sentences for those who are caught carrying knives.

Consequences of crime on the perpetrator Crime impacts on the offender in 3 important ways: The Social Impact People who have been convicted of committing a crime often lose the support of friends and family. This happens a lot in white collar crimes. Prisoners also lose contact with their families. The Financial Impact People who have been convicted of a crime who have a criminal record will find it very difficult to get a job. Particularly during times of recession when jobs are in high demand. The Physical impact Criminals who undertake a prison sentence face a number of physical problems. Firstly, drug abuse is extremely high in prison. A significant number of prisoners go into prison clean and leave with a drug addiction. Mental health problems are much more likely in prison than in the general population.

Talking point Given that prison can have a negative impact on offenders, do we think this approach is a better way to help the community?

How restorative justice is steering young offenders away from crime Read this article and identify 4 pieces of evidence which indicate that prison negatively impacts young offenders: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2014/sep/17/restorative-justice-young-offenders-crime

10 minutes 6 marks There many consequences of crime on communities. Describe, in detail, two consequences of crime on communities. 10 minutes

Many people, groups and institutions feel the consequences of crime Many people, groups and institutions feel the consequences of crime. However, we will be focusing on 4 in particular: Communities The perpetrator of the crime Families Businesses

Partners of prisoners have to bring up children on their own Financial stress 30,000 children face parental imprisonment every year in Scotland Children with a parent in prison are Twice as likely to experience conduct and mental health problems, and less likely to do well at school. Three times more likely to be involved in offending. Sixty five per cent of boys with a convicted father will go on to offend themselves.

Consequences for families Half of all convictions notched up by those in this study were accounted for by 6 per cent of the families while 10 per cent of the families involved accounted for nearly two-thirds of all convictions.

Talking point Do we think children are more likely to commit crimes if they come from a family that has had committed crimes? If so, why do we think this?

Watch this video and take notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQkEgmKz9u0 What effect do you think these experiences would have on a small child?

Consequence of Crime for Business and the Economy Crimes such as shoplifting and fraud cost businesses in the UK billions of pounds each year. In 2015, the cost of business crime in Scotland was over £5 billion. Certain UK companies such as banks, insurance companies and energy suppliers have recently been the victims of internet crime. Altogether, at least a third of all crime relating to business is connected to the internet. Home Office and BCS Crime costs £34 billion a year

Estimated £18 billion - physical and emotional impact of crime on victims. Over £2bn was spent on health services as a result of crime £4bn was lost in lost economic output. London Riots 2011 cost retailers £300 million

In your own words, explain how are shoppers affected by crime? “Crime costs businesses in Scotland billions of pounds each year.” Sarah Georges  What information is there to support the view of Sarah Georges? 2. Describe two ways shops that shops try to prevent shoplifting.   Describe one way that the Scottish and UK governments are trying to prevent internet crime. In your own words, explain the affect crime has had on Government spending. In your own words, explain how are shoppers affected by crime?

Homework 6 marks Some people are affected by crime more than others. Explain, in detail, two reasons why some people are affected by crime more than others. 6 marks