This assignment will take the form of a risk assessment, assessing the possible risks that can be found in the home environment and its surroundings. It will define what is meant by the word risk and it will describe how one is identified. In the essay three risks from within the home will be examined and there will be a discussion as to how frequently these risks occur. Penultimately, this essay will present influential criminological theories to help explain the phenomenon of crime. Finally, it will suggest useful means of crime prevention before concluding that suitable methods of prevention can in fact reduce the likelihood of certain victimisation.
Within the field of criminology, a risk is referred to as the ‘probability of harm, the …show more content…
As a matter of fact Henry, (2012) conducted a comparative qualitative study into individual perceptions of graffiti. The study found that people living in wealthy areas were much more intolerant of graffiti compared to individuals from poverty stricken areas. Comments from wealthy individuals were “Even when done well, which is very rarely, it looks awful. It makes an area look run-down; if these people are so keen on doing it they should do so on their own homes” on the otherhand individuals from poorer areas made comments such as “graffiti is art and can be enjoyed publicly”. Henry, (2012) argued that because of these conflicting opinions, the levels of vandalism is affected, increasing vandalism in poor areas and reducing it in wealthy locations. Cohen, (1955) would say that individuals become involved in these crimes due to being part of a sub-culture. The Graffiti movement began in New York during the 1960s and then later during the 1980s graffiti became intertwined with hip-hop culture. No doubt that Cohen, (1955) would say that the norms and values of those who perform graffiti are delinquent as well as criminal because they go against the laws of the land. Cohen, (1955) would argue that graffiti artists seek ‘status’ by offending in order to gain power within their peer …show more content…
The household that is being assessed is home to a Jack Russel and a Patterdale terrier, both of which are dogs considered to be at high risk of theft according to Crime Watch, (2014). Wheatstone, (2016) believes that South Wales is an area where dognapping is becoming more and more prevalent, often conducted by criminal gangs who are seeking profit, to use the dogs for breeding, to use for illegal fights or for reward money. It has been stated by Thompson, (2014) that 52 percent of all dogs stolen are taken from gardens and 19 percent from homes. For that reason, it could be an effective method of crime prevention to ensure that all entrances to the home are secured. This could be done by putting padlocks on outside gates and fitting security lights. Hearnden and Magill, (2004) argue that the most frequent reason for offending behaviour is to obtain goods, in order to maximise pleasure and minimise pain. Granting that, Homas (1961) would say that before committing any crime, offenders weigh up the possible costs and benefits of offending behaviour. He said that individuals are motivated to offend by the possibility of gaining a profit. This theory was given the name ‘rational choice theory’. Rational choice theory says that if an individual believes that the benefits outweigh the punishment then the individual is more likely to part take in the activity. In this case, it could be argued that individuals are only
Within the field of criminology, a risk is referred to as the ‘probability of harm, the …show more content…
As a matter of fact Henry, (2012) conducted a comparative qualitative study into individual perceptions of graffiti. The study found that people living in wealthy areas were much more intolerant of graffiti compared to individuals from poverty stricken areas. Comments from wealthy individuals were “Even when done well, which is very rarely, it looks awful. It makes an area look run-down; if these people are so keen on doing it they should do so on their own homes” on the otherhand individuals from poorer areas made comments such as “graffiti is art and can be enjoyed publicly”. Henry, (2012) argued that because of these conflicting opinions, the levels of vandalism is affected, increasing vandalism in poor areas and reducing it in wealthy locations. Cohen, (1955) would say that individuals become involved in these crimes due to being part of a sub-culture. The Graffiti movement began in New York during the 1960s and then later during the 1980s graffiti became intertwined with hip-hop culture. No doubt that Cohen, (1955) would say that the norms and values of those who perform graffiti are delinquent as well as criminal because they go against the laws of the land. Cohen, (1955) would argue that graffiti artists seek ‘status’ by offending in order to gain power within their peer …show more content…
The household that is being assessed is home to a Jack Russel and a Patterdale terrier, both of which are dogs considered to be at high risk of theft according to Crime Watch, (2014). Wheatstone, (2016) believes that South Wales is an area where dognapping is becoming more and more prevalent, often conducted by criminal gangs who are seeking profit, to use the dogs for breeding, to use for illegal fights or for reward money. It has been stated by Thompson, (2014) that 52 percent of all dogs stolen are taken from gardens and 19 percent from homes. For that reason, it could be an effective method of crime prevention to ensure that all entrances to the home are secured. This could be done by putting padlocks on outside gates and fitting security lights. Hearnden and Magill, (2004) argue that the most frequent reason for offending behaviour is to obtain goods, in order to maximise pleasure and minimise pain. Granting that, Homas (1961) would say that before committing any crime, offenders weigh up the possible costs and benefits of offending behaviour. He said that individuals are motivated to offend by the possibility of gaining a profit. This theory was given the name ‘rational choice theory’. Rational choice theory says that if an individual believes that the benefits outweigh the punishment then the individual is more likely to part take in the activity. In this case, it could be argued that individuals are only