Conventional Crime Rate and Crime Severity Index

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to conventional crime rates and the Crime Severity Index, providing a foundational understanding for exam preparation.

Conventional Crime Rate

Measures the amount of crime reported by police in an area, calculated by dividing the number of crimes by the area's population.

Crime Severity Index (CSI)

An analytical measure developed in 2009 that considers both the volume and relative severity of crimes, tracking changes over time.

Weight in CSI

A value assigned to each type of crime that reflects its severity based on court sentences over the past five years.

Impact on Crime

Refers to how changes in the volume of serious crimes like murder significantly affect the CSI more than the conventional crime rate.

Area-based Measure

A method measuring crime statistics that takes into account the geographic area, such as cities or provinces.

Demographics

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it, which can influence crime trends.

Awareness Campaigns

Efforts by local police to educate the community about crime prevention, which can affect reporting rates.

Holistic Analysis

An approach that considers all factors in context rather than examining elements in isolation.

Serious vs. Less Serious Crimes

The distinction made between crimes that have more significant impacts on the CSI compared to those that have less.

Statistics Canada

The national statistical agency that publishes crime reports and data to help understand crime trends across Canada.