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A state of normlessness where society fails to effectively regulate the expectations or behaviors of its members, often leading to deviance.

People become deviant because certain labels are attached to their behavior by political authorities and others.

Crime occurs in communities with weak social ties and the absence of social control.

Deviance is learned through interactions with others; individuals become delinquent because of an excess of definitions favorable to violation of law over definitions unfavorable.

People refrain from deviant behavior because diverse factors control their impulses to break social norms.

Crime emerges from the conflicts of social groups and interests, and law is used as a tool by those in power to control others.

Crime and deviance are understood within the context of gender inequality and patriarchy.

The opportunity for crime exists when there is a convergence in space and time of three elements: motivated offenders, suitable targets, and the lack of capable guardians.

The strength of an individual's bond to society inhibits them from engaging in crime.