Finally, the leeway and lenience exhibited by the West Perrine community emphasizes the idea of licenses to deviate. In most sets and settings, certain deviant behavior would be considered just that. On the other hand, where there are “licenses to deviate” those normally criminal or deviant behaviors are considered justifiable. That sort of license is given out freely in Dawg Fight. Despite the illegal activity that occurs in the form of backyard fights, the whole neighborhood is aware and accepting of the fights. This widespread acceptance includes the Miami-Dade police, who attend the fights and are seen getting along with the various fighters. Dada aptly summarizes the police’s relationship with his fights in saying that they appreciate
