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Describe the Uniform Crime Report (UCR). Who compiles this crime measurement source, when was it created, and what does it include?
 
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List and discuss the six different main categories of crime. Violent crimes are crimes against people. They include murder, sexual assault,
 
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Answer to Question 1

o The UCR was created in 1930.
The UCR has attempted to measure the overall rate of crime in the United
o States by organizing crimes known to the police.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) relies on voluntary participation of
o local law enforcement agencies.
Three basic measurements include number of persons arrested; number of
o crimes reported by victims, witnesses, or police themselves; and number of officers and support law enforcement specialists.

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o assault, battery, and robbery
Property crimes are the most common form of criminal activity. The goal is
o economic gain of the damaging or property. Property crimes include larceny, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
Public order crimes are behaviors that have been labeled criminal because they
o are contrary to shared values, customs, and norms. They include public drunkenness, prostitution, gambling, and illegal drug use.
White-collar crimes are nonviolent crimes committed by business entities or
o individuals to gain a personal or business advantage.
Organized crimes are illegal acts carried out by illegal organizations engaged in
o the market for illegal goods or services, such as illicit drugs or firearms.
High-tech crimes are the newest variation on crime and are related to the increased presence of computers in everyday life. Cybercrimes, such as soliciting
o minors and defrauding consumers through false financial investments, fall under
this category.





 

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