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What is the relationship between crime and deviance? How are our understandings of crime and deviance subjective and subject to change over the course of time?

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Crime and deviance are intertwined concepts, with crime referring to behaviors deemed illegal by society and deviance encompassing behaviors that violate social norms. While all crimes are deviant, not all deviant behaviors are criminal. Our understanding of these concepts is subjective and evolves over time due to various factors. Cultural and social contexts play a significant role, as what is considered deviant or criminal varies across societies and historical periods. Moreover, societal attitudes and perceptions regarding deviance and crime change over time, reflecting shifts in norms, values, and legal frameworks. These changes are influenced by social constructions, such as the labeling of individuals as deviant, as well as by legal reforms, media representations, and public discourse. Thus, our understanding of crime and deviance remains fluid, reflecting the dynamic nature of social norms and institutions.

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the relationship between crime and deviance is that they're connected. Crime refers to actions that break the law, while deviance is behavior that goes against social norms. Our understanding of crime and deviance can be subjective and change over time because society's values and norms evolve. What was considered deviant in the past may not be seen the same way today. It's all about how society defines and reacts to these behaviors.

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Crime and deviance are used interchangeably. However, deviance is behavior that goes against social norms and regulations. Crimes are what violate government laws that have punishments to them. Deviance is not always a crime, but all crimes are deviances. Our understanding of crime is subjective and subject to change with time because the way deviance is classified is influenced by many elements, such as societal institutions and cultural values. So having a kid without marriage back then was considered deviant but now it's not as much. With crimes, the laws can change over time as well.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is deviance can include malicious actions that we can consider crimes such as murder, arson, robbery, home invasion, etc. Other acts of deviance can be minor social norms that are broken, such as not going to your family's Christmas party that you've been going to ever since you were young. Our understandings of crime and deviance subjective and subject to change over the course of time because the cultural influence can be absurd in some cultures and in others be accepted and normalized.

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As said in class, deviance and crime can be subjective. Since deviance is going against the norm— crimes committed are illegal not only because they are “wrong” but because they are actions that are abnormal to the majority of society. Deviance is not always a crime (as some can be of minor inconveniences), but all crimes are deviant. You are punished for going against the grain which make the two connected by act of opposing behavior. They are subject to change over time because with new times and generations, what may have been deemed as a crime back then, might not be a crime now, and vice versa. As the context and ideas that were normalized within history may alter, perspectives may also change as a result of societal development.

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Crime and Deviance can go hand in hand however there is a subtle distinction between these two. Crime focuses on violating social laws that the government created while deviance focuses rather on violating social norms and rules that society established. Crime can also be punishable while deviance not necessarily. Another thing to consider is some can contemplate that deviant behaviors are acceptable / “a norm” while others may debrief it as unacceptable. An example that can be given, is the one picking their nose scenario we discussed in class about. For some they considered it a “deviant” behavior, while for others not necessarily. From the data composed some said they would address the problem while others said they’d simply just ignore it. Indicating that us humans have created a separation of what can be considered acceptable and unacceptable social norms and behaviors. Which answers the next question that crime and deviance is subject to change over time based on what us humans deem acceptable. Considering we are humans with different thoughts, perspectives and beliefs on certain situations and circumstances, what we consider deviant or a crime may not be to others; it may just be a norm or justifiable. Which will only continue to be subjective over time as we evolve in a society where we experience life that shapes our perspective of the world and what we consider socially acceptable in that world.

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Crime and deviance are interconnected concepts within the realm of sociology, yet they carry distinct meanings. Deviance pertains to behaviors, beliefs, or conditions that transgress social norms within a specific society or group, encompassing both formal regulations, such as written laws, and informal standards, like unwritten codes of conduct. On the other hand, crime specifically denotes actions that contravene established laws and are subject to legal penalties enforced by governmental bodies. While all criminal acts are deviant behaviors, not every act of deviance constitutes a crime. Examples of non-criminal deviance include truancy, unconventional attire, or dissenting beliefs that diverge from societal norms. Nonetheless, certain deviant behaviors can escalate into criminal conduct; for instance, substance abuse may culminate in drug possession or theft to sustain the addiction, both of which constitute criminal offenses.

Both crime and deviance are socially constructed concepts, their definitions varying across cultures, societies, and historical epochs. For instance, behaviors such as homosexuality were formerly deemed deviant and criminal in numerous societies but have since gained acceptance in many regions worldwide. Societies employ diverse mechanisms to manage and regulate both deviant behavior and crime, comprising formal structures like legal frameworks, judicial systems, and law enforcement agencies, alongside informal mechanisms such as familial, peer, and communal norms. The distinction between deviance and crime significantly influences societal responses to these phenomena; informal social sanctions typically address deviant behavior, whereas criminal acts usually entail formal legal repercussions.

To add a personalized perspective for the second question, my perspective on feminism, relationships, and advocacy has undergone significant evolution over time. During my formative years, I regrettably harbored misogynistic attitudes, largely influenced by the environment in which I was raised under the guidance of parents who held similar beliefs. However, as I transitioned into adolescence and later into my teenage years, I gradually began to recognize the flaws in the arguments put forth by my father and others who espoused similar views regarding the roles and rights of women.

Though I couldn't openly challenge these beliefs within my familial context, I quietly harbored dissent and sought alternative spaces where I could express my evolving convictions without fear of reprisal. One such space was school, particularly in spirited discussions within my Government and English classes. Here, I fervently advocated for the empowerment of women, arguing passionately for their inclusion in positions of power and access to comprehensive healthcare services. This journey of introspection and growth has led me to a profound understanding of the importance of gender equality and the need for active advocacy to dismantle harmful societal norms. Through confronting and ultimately rejecting the misogyny ingrained in my upbringing, I've emerged with a renewed commitment to championing the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of gender.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is that crimes are considered deviant from the laws that govern a society but changing opinions about laws change the extent to which something is viewed as deviant. Deviance exists in many forms according to different people's beliefs but ultimately deviance is considered as going against a norm of some sort. In a society, laws are put in place to keep some form of order by punishing those that act against it which in doing so establishes norms that if you follow the law you won't go to jail and lose many of your freedoms. Over time as many ideas and norms in a society change, some laws might be considered as deviating from current norms. When considering this, if you break a law that you among many others find unjust or dumb, you would be breaking the norm that is following the law but many people would have varying opinions on you deviating from the law according to their beliefs on it. In doing so, you deviate from the norm of following the law but you deviating from the norms of society depend upon what people think of you and the law.

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Deviance describes actions or behaviors that go against norms established within a particular region. While deviance isn’t always against the law, some laws are established to maintain societal norms. However, sometimes, based on region, these laws may be ignored in favor of behaviors that are seen as normal. In New York City, it’s fairly common to see people jaywalking or crossing the street without the right of way despite it being against the law. Police officers don’t enforce this law because it would be considered frowned upon to get someone in trouble. After all, they did something that most people do every day. Then, we have fare evasion, which people do get in trouble for but often will still engage in it. Police officers may give individuals tickets for fare evasion, especially rookie cops, but most people will still jump the turnstile or go through emergency doors because that’s not only an acceptable thing to do, but is sometimes encouraged. You just need to know when the smartest times are to skip out on paying. There are also plenty of laws that exist seemingly arbitrarily purely for the reason of establishing codified consequences for violating norms, like eating ice cream at a bus stop. This doesn’t mean that all crimes are actively persecuted, but societal laws often work to, as I said before, establish codified consequences for violating norms in order to regulate behavior so that people behave more normatively. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can be an unnecessary level of behavioral control. Over time, laws that have less relevance or support by the general population get removed as the behaviors they police become more accepted. For example, marijuana was once illegal and landed many people in jail for dealing, but once more people used and realized that using this drug wasn’t as dangerous as people thought, more people grew to support its use. Now it is no longer a federal crime to use and plenty of states, like New York, have legalized recreational use of the drug and we now have plenty of depositories that have opened up. So, what is considered deviant is ever-changing, and as general sentiments about what is and isn’t ok change, what is normal or legal can also change.

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Crime and deviance are connected concepts with severe distinctions. Crime consists of actions that break formal laws and are punishable by law, whereas deviation refers to social standards that are broken but may not be against the law. Because they violate social norms, all crimes are fundamentally deviant. Nevertheless, not all deviant acts are considered crimes, illustrating the range and variety of social norms. This relationship serves as further evidence for this notion. Both ideas' subjective interpretations emphasize how fluid they are, greatly impacted by the social, historical, and cultural contexts in which they are located. Legal requirements and social norms are dynamic, changing in reaction to alterations in political and economic power systems, cultural shifts, and technological breakthroughs. For example, many civilizations have reevaluated behaviors that were originally considered criminal or deviant, like homosexuality, demonstrating the fluidity of social norms and the significance of context in their interpretation.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is interconnected with each. Crime is actions that are considered to the legal enforcement break the law of being a lawful citizen. Deviance is departing from usaul accepted standards with being social. Things changed over time because being deviance can be good. Standing out and paving a different way has been looked at as a good thing. Like not having to work as hard like before there so much ways to make money like content influencing, drop-shipping, work from home has made life eaiser but isnt typically to those that work a 9-5 and can help them. As far a crime the sentence have either been increased or decreased for things that should be longer or shorter. Like marijuana was illegal and you would go to jail now its legal. To some states its deviance becuase its still illgeal there.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is that they connect together to a certain extent. Crime is more so of actions that breaks the law such as murder, stealing, bombing and the list continues. Deviance goes against our social norms. Our understanding of crime and deviance subjective and subject change over the course of time by what we witness every day. We see people get arrested for reasonable reasons. Others, not so reasonable. Innocent people would et sent to jail due to being set up or their color. Certain things that happen in the past gotten better and worse

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Crime and deviance are often confused, but there's a key difference. The line between acceptable and unacceptable behavior can be blurry. Importantly, both crime and deviance are subject to change. What one generation deems deviant might become commonplace for the next. Crime breaks the law, a set of rules established and enforced by the government. Deviance, on the other hand, violates social norms, the unwritten expectations of society. Our evolving perspectives, shaped by different experiences and beliefs, influence how we view behavior. What's considered a crime, or a social transgression today might be considered normal tomorrow. This is especially because what we find normal begins to gradually shift over time based on what is considered socially acceptable. Societal deviances can be witnessed in history, such as women’s suffrage movements for example, fighting for women's rights in a time where it was considered unusual for women to vote. Ultimately, our individual and collective experiences shape our perspectives on what's right and wrong in our constantly changing world.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is that crimes are violations of the law made by the government, and on the other hand, we have deviance that goes against the norms. One goes into breaking the law, and the other goes into deviance, whereas deviance encompasses a broader spectrum of behaviors, beliefs, or conditions that contravene significant social norms within a given society or group, regardless of their legal status. Our understandings of crime and deviance are inherently subjective and prone to change over time due to several factors. As we all know, our understanding of crime and deviance has changed over time. Beliefs have changed, crimes changed, and things from the past are now normal. The reactions are different as time goes on; new things appear and some disappear, such as norms, crimes, and deviances.

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Deviance and crime are a bit similar but generally, crime is defined as going against a social law as well as doing something illegal. Deviance is an "act of crime" that goes against social norms. I say "act of crime" because technically people still see something deviance as a wrong doing even if it is not something illegal. They both tend to be opposing behavior or doing something wrong that people don't approve of. What I have realized is that even if something is considered deviant right now, It may not be deviant in the next 5, 10, or even 20 years from now. But a crime will always be a crime unless the law is lifted. As you can see, many things can change over the course of time.

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Deviance are behaviors that violate what we known within our communities as social norms. Deviance can be used on a very contextual level because deviance can even mean violating something regular between two people. The relationship between crime and deviance is that crime is typically deviant acts that go against the law. All crimes are deviance but deviance is not all crime. Deviance can change over time based on how norms change within society. What is considered deviance also depends on the environment and the group of people therefore deviance is highly subjective.

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The relationship between crime and deviance is that crime refers to behaviors that violate established laws, while deviance refers to behaviors that go against social norms. Both involve behaviors that are considered outside the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in society. They both challenge social norms and can result in negative consequences for individuals involved. I believe that not all deviant behavior is criminal, and not all criminal behavior is seen as deviant. Our understanding of crime and deviance can be subjective because it's influenced by cultural, historical, and social factors. Over time, our understanding can change as society evolves and norms shift.

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Crime and deviance both involve behaviors that go against social norms. Crime are actions that are against the law and deviance is behavior that goes against what society considers acceptable. Understandings of crime and deviance can change over time because what is considered criminal or deviant varies from one society to another and can change over time. What was considered deviant or criminal in the past may not be seen the same way today, and what is seen as deviant or criminal today may be accepted in the future. For instance New York's newly approved laws on marijuana being legalized which was illegal in previous year with people incarcerated for it. So, our views on crime and deviance are subjective and can change as society's norms and values evolve.

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Breaking social laws constitutes a criminal offense while breaking social norms and rules is considered deviant behavior. However, deviant behavior can also extend into criminal behavior. Actions that were once considered deviant or criminal, such as homosexuality, may now be accepted in society. Conversely, behaviors that were once accepted may now be deemed criminal or deviant due to changes in laws or social norms.

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Crime and deviance are interconnected but differ in their severity and social consequences. Crime refers to actions that violate established laws, while deviance encompasses behaviors that deviate from societal norms. However, both concepts are subjective and subject to change over time. Our understanding of what constitutes crime and deviance is influenced by cultural, social, and historical contexts. Shifts in societal values, changes in legislation, and advancements in technology can all impact our perceptions of what is considered criminal or deviant. Therefore, these definitions are fluid and can vary depending on the cultural and temporal context in which they are situated.

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the relationship between crime and deviance is that deviance encompasses behaviors, beliefs, or traits that depart from societal norms or expectations, and those who are deviant, are committing crimes by doing what's not expected by our society, which following the law. our understanding of crime and deviance are subjective because the way our society is, the norm for certain behaviors may change over time.

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I believe that most crimes are considered crimes because they are deviant. A crime is considered going against the law, and seeing as deviance is going against a social norm, crime and deviance go hand in hand. In the future, laws may change and things that used to be considered crimes might not be seen as deviant from the law anymore, therefore no longer making them a crime.

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crimes and levels of deviance depend on what kind of place you can live in. Different kinds of societies have different interpretations of what exactly is crimes and what is considered as a level of deviance. Like for an example in modern day America there’s a lot of activist work that is done by people to advocate for certain things to change like an unfair or potentially unjust laws. Depending on the time period there may have been things that were seen as something that would be controversial. Like how in places like Russia the values of free speech are allowed but are more censored mainly by their government. Also in china internet access is heavily censored and restricted so that controversy doesn’t spread or go rampant. these are examples of how the government can control the flow of information. Possibly doing things that could be considered as not adhering to their own laws and systems and not facing repercussions from it due to a lack of controversy or communication. And that the levels of information that would be presented could possibly be tampered or controlled with. In America the level of deviance has changed. Especially for minorities and people of colour they are now less willing to try and prosecute or see that there’s deviance and is generally more fair of a system for everyone than it had been back in the 1900’s where you may have been arrested or even killed in some cases for just wanting to speak out about a real issue that affects marginalized groups of people. overall the relationship between crime and deviance had gotten better as a result of these changes. We are now able to freely talk about issues in places like America without having fear of being prosecuted by political figures