POL1502
Assignment 2
Semester 2 2023
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22 August 2023
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, POL1502 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2023
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define social crime prevention in your own words. (3)
Social crime prevention involves implementing strategies and programs that
address the root causes of crime and aim to create a safer and more cohesive
society. It focuses on reducing the social conditions that contribute to criminal
behavior and aims to foster community engagement, support, and education to
prevent crime.
IN DETAILS,
I. Introduction
A. Definition of social crime prevention
1. Social crime prevention aims to address root causes of crime
2. Focus on creating a safer and cohesive society
3. Involves reducing social conditions contributing to criminal behavior
1.2 Explain the methods and techniques that law enforcement agencies can
use to prevent crime. Support your answer with practical examples. (10)
Law enforcement agencies can employ various methods and techniques to prevent
crime. For instance, they can conduct community policing, where officers actively
engage with the community, build trust, and collaborate with residents to address
local issues. This approach helps in early identification of potential crime hotspots
and fosters a sense of safety among citizens.
Another method is through targeted enforcement, where law enforcement focuses
on specific crime types or areas known for high criminal activities. For example,
they might increase patrols in areas with a history of burglaries, or conduct
undercover operations to apprehend drug dealers.
Moreover, law enforcement agencies can use crime analysis and predictive
policing technologies to identify patterns and anticipate criminal activity. By
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