LS101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Deterrence Theory, Embezzlement, Formal System
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Usually characteristic of more complex societies with a greater division of labour, heterogeneity of population and subgroups with competing values and different sets of morals and ideologies. Formal controls arise when informal controls by themselves cannot maintain conformity to certain norms. Characterized by establishment of procedures and delegation of speci c bodies to. Instituted by the state and authorized to use force. Imposed by agencies other than the state (ex. churches, universities and clubs, etc) enforce them (ex. laws and regulations) Penalties and awards to ensure compliance (ex. Social control of criminal and delinquent behaviour is the most structured formal system used by society. Laws enacted by legislators and modi ed by court decisions de ne criminal behaviour and specify the sanctions imposed for violations. Increasing reliance on law to regulate activities. Laws are meant to ensure order and regulate life. Political laws are created in the interest of powerful groups in society.
