Crime Mutualism

Question 1

Crime mutualism is any criminal activity in which both parties benefit from the illicit act. For example, a prostitute and a john. The john is the buyer of sexual services for his pleasure; the prostitute is paid for such services. Both individuals gain something from their association. A parasite survives at the expense of a specific host. Like a flea on a dog, crime parasitism is a crime that takes from a victim a little at a time. Only one party benefits while the other is victimized. Bullying is a special case of crime parasitism. Bullies in school might demand a kid’s lunch money. Other bullies may gain their power over a target through the use of force or intimidation. Passive assistance is where one party benefits from

The media contributes to public perception of white-collar crime and the criminals. The focus is rarely on institution or corporation, but instead focused on individuals. The media tends to sensationalize the story with myths about the actual event. The Bernie Madoff scandal is a very good example. Media coverage was more focused on Madoff’s wealth, power, and lifestyle, then on the crime. Like any crime the media can distort the image of the actual crime and it can spread the myths as fact. That leads to the community being misinformed about the correct terminology of white-collar

It is accomplished by a proper design of the environment and effectively reduces the incidence of crime. Crime prevention depends on natural surveillance and supervision by place managers. Implementing techniques from crime prevention through environmental design to the UCO campus is can create a safer environment and deter crime.

Natural surveillance is accomplished by placing “eyes” near potential crime areas. Windows, lighting, and removal of obstruction can improve line of sight from within buildings. Offenders want to commit crime where they cannot be seen. Implementing techniques of natural surveillance can increases the risk to the offender.

A place manager looks after an area securing it from crime. The more broken-down the area the more likely it will attract unwanted activity. The maintenance of an area can have a major impact on whether it will become a target. Having someone who watches over the place can deter those individuals. A place manager can be a security guard, apartment manager, or a