CRIME CONTROL MODEL:

What is the Crime Control Model?

A models focused on suppressing crime efficiently to maintain public order and protects society

What is the main aims of Crime Control? (4)

• Swift justice

• Harsh punishments

• Crime prevention

• Public safety

Why does Crime Control Model prioritise?

Catching and convicting offender quickly, even at the risk of wrongful convictions.

Why does Crime Control support severe punishments?

To determine crime and reinforce social orders.

How has Crime Control influenced the criminal justice system? (3)

• Increased police powers

• Tougher sentencing

• Reduced protections for suspects

What is Stop and Search?

Police powers to search individuals to detect weapons, drugs and deter crime.

What is Covert/Electronic surveillance?

Use of wire trapping and CCTV to monitor suspects and prevent organised crime or terrorism.

What is Extended Custody?

Allowing suspects to be detained longer to ensure thorough investigations.

What is a custodial sentence?

Prison sentence that incapacitates offenders and deters future crimes.

What are electronic tags and curfews?

Monitoring offenders to restrict movement and reduce reoffending

What are ASBO’s and CBO’s?

Orders restricting antisocial individuals to prevent further offences .

How does Right Realism link to the Crime Control Policy?

It supports strict punishments, deterrence, and strong policing to reduce crime.

How do biological factors link to Crime Control?

Some people are seen as predisposed to crime, so swift punishment protects society.

How does inadequate socialisation link to Crime Control?

Poor socialisation leads to crime, so tougher policing is needed in high-crime areas.

How does rational choice theory support Crime Control?

Criminals weigh risks and rewards, so harsh sentences deter crime.

How does zero-tolerance policies support Crime Control?

They emphasise strict enforcements to prevent crime and maintain order

How did the London Riot reflect the Crime Control model?

Police used strong force and control to restore order quickly

How did swift police action align with Crime Control?

Riot control tactics aimed to suppress violence and stope the spread of disorder.

How did harsh sentencing link to Crime Control after the riots?

Tough punishments were used to deter future offending. (25%)