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How Crime Statistics Are Collected in the UK: Methods and Evaluation

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Methods of Collecting Crime Statisticsand their impact on understanding... Show more

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

Unit 3AC 1.6: Evaluate Methods of Collecting Statistics About Crime

This section discusses the two main sources of crime statistics in the UK and evaluates their effectiveness.

Home Office Statistics: These statistics are based on crimes recorded by the 43 police forces in the UK. Each month, police forces report crimes to the Home Office, which are then recorded by the Office for National Statistics ONSONS and made available to the public.

Definition: Police recorded crime statistics are quantitative data collected by law enforcement agencies on reported criminal incidents.

Reliability of Police Recorded Crimes: Police recorded crimes are generally considered reliable due to consistent definitions used across different police forces. However, there can be discrepancies in how different forces classify similar incidents.

Example: An assault resulting in minor scratches might be classified differently by different police forces, either as "assault with injury" or "assault without injury."

Validity of Police Recorded Crimes: The validity of these statistics is questionable because not all crimes are reported to the police. The Crime Survey for England and Wales CSEWCSEW has shown that approximately 40% of crimes go unreported.

Highlight: In 2016-2017, police recorded 45,000 rapes, but this figure likely underestimates the true number of incidents due to underreporting.

Ethics of Research: Police recorded crime statistics are considered ethical as they protect the identities of both offenders and victims. The quantitative nature of the data helps prevent stereotyping based on personal characteristics.

Vocabulary: Quantitative research in criminal justice refers to the collection and analysis of numerical data to study crime patterns and trends.

The purpose of collecting and publishing these statistics is to inform the public about crime rates and trends, contributing to awareness and policy-making in the criminal justice system.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

Sarah's Law Campaign Impact

This significant campaign launched in July 2000 revolutionized public access to information about sex offenders in the UK.

Definition: The Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme allows parents and guardians to request criminal history information about individuals who have access to their children.

Highlight: The campaign's success led to concrete legislative change, demonstrating the power of public advocacy in criminal justice reform.

Example: Parents can now formally inquire about potential threats to their children through official channels.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

Media Representation of Crime

Television, films, and other media significantly shape public perception of criminal behavior and justice system operations.

Vocabulary: Hyper reality - an exaggerated or distorted portrayal of reality in media representations.

Example: The TV show "Crimewatch" provides factual crime coverage, while films like "Legends" may glamorize criminal behavior.

Highlight: Media portrayals can lead to copycat behavior, particularly among younger viewers who may struggle to distinguish fiction from reality.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

Crime Survey Methodology

The Crime Survey for England and Wales represents a crucial tool in understanding unreported crimes and public experiences with criminal behavior.

Definition: Validity in crime surveys refers to the accuracy and truthfulness of the data collected.

Highlight: Survey results help identify high-crime areas and inform police resource allocation.

Example: Gender-based reporting biases can affect survey accuracy, such as male victims being less likely to report certain crimes.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

Unit 1-2.1: Compare Campaigns for Change

This section examines several influential campaigns that led to changes in UK criminal justice policies.

Sarah's Law Campaign: Sarah's Law was initiated in July 2000 following Sarah Payne's murder. The campaign aimed to raise awareness about convicted child sex offenders living in communities without parents' knowledge. It was a national campaign that received significant media attention.

Highlight: The campaign resulted in the introduction of the sex offender disclosure scheme, allowing parents or guardians to request information about an individual's criminal history related to sex offenses against children.

Clare's Law Campaign: Clare's Law was launched in January 2009 after Clare Wood was murdered by her partner. The campaign's goal was to protect people from abusive relationships by allowing them to access their partner's criminal history.

Example: The Clare's Law disclosure scheme was introduced in England and Wales in 2014, later expanding to other parts of the UK, Australia, and Canada.

Anti-Fox Hunting Campaign: This campaign aimed to stop the practice of hunting foxes for sport in the UK. It was a national campaign that addressed concerns about animal cruelty.

Highlight: The campaign led to the introduction of the Hunting Act in 2004, which made fox hunting illegal in England, Scotland, and Wales.

No Knives Better Lives Campaign: This campaign was initiated by the Scottish government to address the knife crime crisis among young people. It aimed to raise awareness about the consequences of carrying knives.

Example: The campaign was successful in reducing the number of people carrying offensive weapons by 71% in Glasgow.



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I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

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Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

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Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

Thomas R

iOS user

Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user

 

Criminology

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Oct 7, 2022

5 pages

How Crime Statistics Are Collected in the UK: Methods and Evaluation

S

Saba

@saba_omqk

Methods of Collecting Crime Statistics and their impact on understanding criminal behavior in the UK combines official police records and victim surveys to create a comprehensive picture of crime rates and patterns.

Key Points:

  • Police recorded crime statisticsform the... Show more

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Unit 3AC 1.6: Evaluate Methods of Collecting Statistics About Crime

This section discusses the two main sources of crime statistics in the UK and evaluates their effectiveness.

Home Office Statistics: These statistics are based on crimes recorded by the 43 police forces in the UK. Each month, police forces report crimes to the Home Office, which are then recorded by the Office for National Statistics ONSONS and made available to the public.

Definition: Police recorded crime statistics are quantitative data collected by law enforcement agencies on reported criminal incidents.

Reliability of Police Recorded Crimes: Police recorded crimes are generally considered reliable due to consistent definitions used across different police forces. However, there can be discrepancies in how different forces classify similar incidents.

Example: An assault resulting in minor scratches might be classified differently by different police forces, either as "assault with injury" or "assault without injury."

Validity of Police Recorded Crimes: The validity of these statistics is questionable because not all crimes are reported to the police. The Crime Survey for England and Wales CSEWCSEW has shown that approximately 40% of crimes go unreported.

Highlight: In 2016-2017, police recorded 45,000 rapes, but this figure likely underestimates the true number of incidents due to underreporting.

Ethics of Research: Police recorded crime statistics are considered ethical as they protect the identities of both offenders and victims. The quantitative nature of the data helps prevent stereotyping based on personal characteristics.

Vocabulary: Quantitative research in criminal justice refers to the collection and analysis of numerical data to study crime patterns and trends.

The purpose of collecting and publishing these statistics is to inform the public about crime rates and trends, contributing to awareness and policy-making in the criminal justice system.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
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Sarah's Law Campaign Impact

This significant campaign launched in July 2000 revolutionized public access to information about sex offenders in the UK.

Definition: The Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme allows parents and guardians to request criminal history information about individuals who have access to their children.

Highlight: The campaign's success led to concrete legislative change, demonstrating the power of public advocacy in criminal justice reform.

Example: Parents can now formally inquire about potential threats to their children through official channels.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

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Media Representation of Crime

Television, films, and other media significantly shape public perception of criminal behavior and justice system operations.

Vocabulary: Hyper reality - an exaggerated or distorted portrayal of reality in media representations.

Example: The TV show "Crimewatch" provides factual crime coverage, while films like "Legends" may glamorize criminal behavior.

Highlight: Media portrayals can lead to copycat behavior, particularly among younger viewers who may struggle to distinguish fiction from reality.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

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Crime Survey Methodology

The Crime Survey for England and Wales represents a crucial tool in understanding unreported crimes and public experiences with criminal behavior.

Definition: Validity in crime surveys refers to the accuracy and truthfulness of the data collected.

Highlight: Survey results help identify high-crime areas and inform police resource allocation.

Example: Gender-based reporting biases can affect survey accuracy, such as male victims being less likely to report certain crimes.

Unit 1-2.1 compare campaigns for change
Sarah's law
The campaign was started in July 2000 after Sarah's murder, Sarah's parents believed tha

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Unit 1-2.1: Compare Campaigns for Change

This section examines several influential campaigns that led to changes in UK criminal justice policies.

Sarah's Law Campaign: Sarah's Law was initiated in July 2000 following Sarah Payne's murder. The campaign aimed to raise awareness about convicted child sex offenders living in communities without parents' knowledge. It was a national campaign that received significant media attention.

Highlight: The campaign resulted in the introduction of the sex offender disclosure scheme, allowing parents or guardians to request information about an individual's criminal history related to sex offenses against children.

Clare's Law Campaign: Clare's Law was launched in January 2009 after Clare Wood was murdered by her partner. The campaign's goal was to protect people from abusive relationships by allowing them to access their partner's criminal history.

Example: The Clare's Law disclosure scheme was introduced in England and Wales in 2014, later expanding to other parts of the UK, Australia, and Canada.

Anti-Fox Hunting Campaign: This campaign aimed to stop the practice of hunting foxes for sport in the UK. It was a national campaign that addressed concerns about animal cruelty.

Highlight: The campaign led to the introduction of the Hunting Act in 2004, which made fox hunting illegal in England, Scotland, and Wales.

No Knives Better Lives Campaign: This campaign was initiated by the Scottish government to address the knife crime crisis among young people. It aimed to raise awareness about the consequences of carrying knives.

Example: The campaign was successful in reducing the number of people carrying offensive weapons by 71% in Glasgow.

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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

Thomas R

iOS user

Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

Thomas R

iOS user

Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades

Brad T

Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

Aubrey

iOS user

Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀

Marco B

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user