A black-and-white hand-drawn illustration showing an interrogator and a suspect. The diagram highlights three steps of the interrogation method: open-ended questions, psychological pressure, and breaking silence.

The Statistical Method and the Interrogative Method in Criminology

Introduction Criminology is the scientific study of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. It aims to analyze the causes, nature, and consequences of criminal acts in society. Within this field, researchers use various tools to uncover patterns, test theories, and interpret criminal phenomena. Two core methodologies dominate criminological research: the statistical method and…

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 behavior of individuals within a society and how that behavior contributes to crime patterns on a larger scale can tell us a great deal about both the state of the justice system and the broader…

Methods of studying crime | Criminology

Methods of studying crime | Criminology

Introduction to Crime Study The study of crime in criminology is not just an attempt to understand the actions of individuals who commit criminal acts, but a journey to comprehend the roots of crime, its multiple environments, and the social, psychological, and biological factors that contribute to criminal behavior. Crime study methods vary between quantitative…