CRIM 316 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Labeling Theory, Sex And The Law, Moral Panic
17 Jan 2019
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Intended & unintended consequences of monitoring indivs convicted of sex crimes. Thought of children & women being sexually assaulted has not always seen as concern b/c in past, they were considered property. What constitutes sexual victimization not universally defined. Most laws in u. s. have been passed due to sheer moral panic & outrage over several high profile cases. Other countries have taken more holistic approach to deal w/ sexual offenders. Effects of sex offender legislation on offenders has created numerous collateral consequences throughout integration efforts. Unlike info on convicted indivs of non-sexual offence, info pertaining to whereabouts of registrants unfettered due to accessibility via internet. Has consequently prevented indivs from returning to society w/ any form. Added ed expense of regulating registrants has been deemed worthy by public & of anonymity politicians. Sex offender policies have created false sense of security & perhaps are doing more harm than good.
