Prison gang

is possible to communicate and develop a rapport with prison gang members. Such a relationship could raise additional problems for the inmate, such as personal safety. There are benefits to forming such a relationship. Gang violence and crime according to the 2013 National Gang Threat Assessment report is on the rise. From 2011 results to the 2013 results, law enforcement saw a 5% increase in gang membership and violence, from 53% to 58%. Gang violence makes up a large portion of our nations…

street gangs that involve other young teens that share similar issues and interests. Prison and street gangs have damaged the face of America and embedded a sense of fear in the citizens that neighbor them. Not only does this gang violence torment our public’s image and places of incarceration, but they also destroy their own members’ present and future lives. A common way for gang members make a name for themselves, within their group, is by street corner…

people even join a gang in prison, a very interesting question. He brought up examples about safety in prison and the people inside of the prison that deals with the “underworld,” which he means is selling drugs, alcohol and other non-legal products inside of the prison. The people who does join this underworld and want to earn money in some kind of way inside of the prison, this is the only solution. However, people who do this needs to be able to feel safe too, and the prison guards are not…

Stanley “Tookie” Williams CRIMINOLOGY July, 6 2015 The life of a gang member is a harsh one that often leads to imprisonment or death. Many who embrace gang life do so to fill emptiness or void in their life. Gang leadership frequently offers to fill that void, under the pretense of fellowship and family. Those who do accept the call gain a sense of power and belonging. The life of most in gangs follow a path that is riddles with violence, crime, mistakes and regrets, but…

“There are about twenty-seven thousand gangs and seven-hundred seventy-four thousand gang members in the United States today.” These gangs and gang members undergo violent acts all over the country every day which is called gang violence. Some people might ask, what is gang violence? Gang violence is criminal and non-political acts of violence committed by a group of people who regularly engage in criminal activity daily. What are some causes of gang violence? Gang violence has numerous ways it…

The Aryan Brotherhood had small beginnings within the California state prison systems, but it has since grown into one of the most powerful white supremacist gangs in the world. PUT CITATIONS HERE The Aryan Brotherhood was formed in 1964 by an Irish biker gang in the San Quentin Prison as a method of protection during a period of desegregation of the prison system, which had caused many violent altercations between inmates. The recruits go through a “boot camp” where they do things like physical…

In the United States there has been an outbreak of gang activities. The influx of gang activity has made living in urban areas more dangerous than ever. One gang that is helping to fuel gang activity is the Trinitarios, a Dominican/Caribbean gang. This gang is tied closely with the Dominican Republic in both history and symbols. The Trinitarios are one of the most violent gangs in New York State because of their use unconventional weapons and the way they transport drugs. Despite their unusual…

Gang risk is usually associated with the following regional characteristics. (Inside Prison, unknown). Increasing gang presence over the last few years. Existence of gangs already in the region. Number of single-parent families. High proportions of youth and young adults. According to the Estimated Gang risk index Nashville Tennessee has a score of 1.9. With the average index resulting in 7.9 Nashville has a relatively low amount of gang activity compared to other similar regions. Although…

Groups, also referred to as gangs are either an formal or informal group of prison inmates who set up either by race or by their beliefs. The evolution of gangs have developed a threat to the safety of prison officials and other inmates. Some of the major security threat groups include the Aryan Brotherhood, The Klu Klux Klan, The Folks, The Nation of Islam, and MS13. Groups within the correctional facilities are categorized as STGs depending upon parameters such as gang history, purpose,…

detective, and Miclo goes to prison. There are many different forms of communication and relationships between the characters, and there is also a great amount of conflict, which is why I chose this movie. Chapter two in the book discusses culture and interpersonal communication. There are many different types of culture that is…