The question (15 marks)
State Sutherland's theory of differential association in its propositions, and assess its adequacy as a general explanation of criminal behaviour. (15 marks)
MU Module II, differential association; study of Sutherland's theory and the study of white-collar crime.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · The Causes of Criminal Behaviour, and the Classification of Criminals of Criminology and Penology.
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