Street Gang Patterns and Policies CRIM 464 (3)
Introduces the theoretical, empirical, and policy issues surrounding street gangs. The state of the current gang problem in Canada, the sociodemographics and motivations of individuals who join gangs the effect of gang membership on delinquency, the nature of violence and victimization, and the challenges of desistance will be discussed. Concludes with an overview of gang control strategies and the available policies. Prerequisite: CRIM 101.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Martin Bouchard |
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |