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Criminology: The Effects of Crime Sociology of Criminology Soc047 10/03/05 Abstract "Crime is a violation of societal behavior as interpreted and expressed by a criminal legal code created by people holding social and political power" (Siegel, 2006). Criminal violations will directly and indirectly have an affect on all members of society. Crime is most always considered a negative aspect of society. This is not always the case of the effects of crime. Discussion Modern Criminology is defined as "the scientific study of the nature, extent, cause and control of criminal behavior" (Siegel, 2006). Criminology along with the commission of crime itself can in several ways help in the reduction of violent and nonviolent crimes. Generally the effects of crime are viewed as a negative outcome. This is true, however, there is much that can be gained or learned from crimes committed. Through the commission of crime people, including myself may become more aware of where, how, why,...

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