NCJ Number
3286
Date Published
1969
Length
335 pages
Annotation
An approach to the study of crime by placing it within a legal-sociological context.
Abstract
A comparative analysis of European, Soviet, and American treatment of crime problems. The theories deal with the relationship between the law command and crime factors, law as an expression of societal values, law as a reflection of morality, and law as the creator of crime. Examination of both past and contemporary theories sheds light on historical forces which help to create the atmosphere for certain philosophical conclusions. Experts at one time placed blame of crime solely on the individual. Today with emphasis on law, psychology and sociology, criminals appear in another light. Author mod.