CRIM2P61: Decolonial and Intersectional Frameworks in Crime and Justice

This set of flashcards covers key concepts related to decolonial and intersectional frameworks in crime and justice as presented in the lecture notes.

Decolonial frameworks

Approaches that challenge colonial power structures, aiming to redistribute power and privilege in society.

Intersectional frameworks

Analytical frameworks that examine how various social identities such as race, gender, and class intersect and impact individuals’ experiences of oppression.

Critical Criminology

A perspective that examines crime as a product of social inequalities and emphasizes the role of power and politics in defining crime.

Social Control

Methods used by society to regulate individual behavior, which can be formal (police, laws) or informal (family, social norms).

Matrix of Domination

A concept by Patricia Hill Collins that outlines how different levels of inequality—structural, disciplinary, hegemonic, and interpersonal—interact to oppress marginalized groups.

Over-policed

A term describing communities that face constant surveillance and policing, often leading to criminalization of their behaviors.

Under-protected

A term describing communities that receive inadequate protection by the justice system, often leaving vulnerable populations exposed to harm.

Bail

A system meant to ensure court attendance but can act as a form of punishment when imposed with restrictions prior to conviction.

Crimmigration

The intersection of criminal law and immigration law, leading to the deportation and detention of immigrants.

Restorative Justice

A system of justice that focuses on repairing harm by fostering dialogue between victims, offenders, and the community.

Transformative Justice

An approach that seeks to address root causes of harm, such as poverty and inequality, using community-based solutions.