NCJ Number
140846
Date Published
1992
Length
42 pages
Annotation
This booklet provides practical advice on how individuals can protect themselves and their family members from becoming crime victims in various contexts.
Abstract
The introduction presents data on the frequency of major violent and nonviolent crimes in the United States and advises that the prevalence of crime makes crime prevention measures essential for every individual and family. A section on personal safety focuses on guidelines to follow when walking on public streets and when jogging or biking. A section on home protection focuses on a home security inspection, a household inventory, the hiring of household help, Neighborhood Watch, obscene or harassing telephone callers, and keeping a weapon in the home. A discussion of women and violent crime considers how to prevent or react to rape and assault, as well as acquaintance or date rape. Advice on child safety focuses on crime-prevention and personal-safety education for children, the selection of persons who will care for your child, and what parents can do to improve a child's safety. Advice on crime prevention measures on a college campus include the use of a "buddy" system, parking in well-lit areas, and making decisions in accordance with common-sense crime-prevention principles. Other sections focus on safety while in your own vehicle or while using public transportation and on the protection of your credit cards from credit card fraud.