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Infographic illustrating the methods of studying crime in its collective dimension, highlighting the role of statistics in criminology and criminal policy.

Methods of Studying Crime in Its Collective Dimension: The Statistical Method and the Scientific Value of Criminal Statistics

Studying crime is an essential aspect of criminology, particularly when we consider crime in its collective or social dimension. The ...
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Graph showing relationship between criminology and criminal policy

The Relationship Between Criminology and Criminal Policy

Understanding the connection between criminology and criminal policy is essential for analyzing how societies respond to crime and criminal behavior ...
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Conceptual graphic of criminology and sociology focusing on crime prevention and societal impact.

Criminology and Sociology: Understanding Crime Through Social Perspectives

1. Introduction Criminology and sociology are two deeply interconnected fields that explore the nature, causes, and consequences of human behavior ...
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Illustration of Cesare Lombroso, the founder of the born criminals theory, presenting his early criminological ideas.

Born Criminals: Exploring the Origins, Science, and Controversy Behind Criminal Behavior

Introduction The term "born criminals" refers to individuals who are presumed to possess innate tendencies toward criminal behavior, attributed to ...
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A classic portrait of Cesare Lombroso, the father of modern criminology

The Father of Modern Criminology: Cesare Lombroso’s Legacy and Impact

Introduction The study of criminology has undergone profound transformations over centuries, transitioning from philosophical musings to a scientifically grounded discipline ...
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A comparative line chart of the age crime curve by gender, highlighting higher and earlier peaks in crime rates among males than females.

The Age-Crime Curve in Criminology: Understanding Patterns of Criminal Behavior

Introduction: age and crime The study of criminal behavior over the life course has long intrigued criminologists. One of the ...
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