Lesson 22: 1900- present day types of crime

• Who is the National Secretary?

  The government minister for law and order
• What is the background information regarding crime from 1900 to present day?

  • Many past actions are now illegal
  • Increase in offenses over time
  • Changing attitudes towards behaviors
• What caused a change in driving laws?

  Cars became cheaper, faster, and more dangerous
• How many people died in driving incidents by 1934?

  7,343 people
• What was the law regarding drunk driving in 1872?

  Driving a horse-drawn coach while drunk
• What is the definition of cybercrimes?

  Crimes carried out using the internet
• What new crimes emerged with the internet from the 1980s?

  Various crimes including hacking
• What law was enacted to tackle computer hacking?

  Computer Misuse Act (1990)
• What was the attitude towards drugs in 1900?

  Cocaine was used as medicine
• What caused a change in drug laws during the World Wars?

  Government banned drugs used by soldiers
• When was the Misuse of Drugs Act enacted?

  1973
• What is the definition of people trafficking/slavery?

  • Legally bringing people to the UK
  • Forcing them to work
  • Often involves women in prostitution
• What caused a change in laws regarding people trafficking?

  Increased public awareness of crimes
• What is the definition of smuggling?

  • Illegal transportation of goods
  • Historically involved items like brandy and tea
  • Many benefited from cheaper prices
• What are recent types of smuggling mentioned?

  Cheap alcohol and cigarettes
• What is the definition of terrorism?

  Use of violence for political change
• Who used terrorist methods in history?

  Guy Fawkes
• What caused a change in laws regarding terrorism?

  High-profile attacks in England and USA
• What years did the Terrorism Acts occur?

  2000, 2001, 2005, 2006
• What powers did the Terrorism Acts give to police?

  More powers to arrest suspected terrorists
• What is a social crime?

  • Crimes that are viewed differently by society
  • Often involve minor offenses
  • Public perception can influence legality
• How has public perception changed regarding driving offences?

  Increased awareness of safety and legality
• How has technology impacted crime rates?

  Facilitated new types of crime and enforcement
• How have laws evolved in response to societal changes?

  New laws created to address emerging crimes
• What is a homophobic crime?

  An act of violence against a homosexual person
• What significant change occurred in the UK regarding homosexuality in 1967?

  Homosexuality was decriminalised for men over 21
• What events contributed to the decriminalisation of homosexuality?

  Protests in the 1960s raised awareness
• When was the first gay pride festival held in the UK?

  1972
• What did the Criminal Justice Act (2005) do regarding homophobia?

  Increased punishment for homophobic crimes
• What is the definition of domestic violence?

  Violence or intimidation between a couple
• How was domestic violence viewed before the 1950s?

  It was seen as personal and private business
• What significant change occurred regarding marital rape in 1991?

  Husbands could be prosecuted for marital rape
• What does the Domestic Violence Act 1976 allow victims to do?

  Request an injunction against the abuser
• What behaviors were criminalized by the Domestic Violence Act 2014?

  Controlling or intimidating behavior towards a partner
• What is the definition of a race crime?

  A crime motivated by racial prejudice
• What historical event influenced attitudes towards race crime in Britain?

  Post-World War II immigration to Britain
• What did the Race Relations Act 1968 prohibit?

  Discrimination based on race or origin
• What additional aspect did the Race Relations Act 2006 address?

  Discrimination based on religious belief
• What is the definition of abortion?

  The ending of a pregnancy before birth
• What was the legal consequence for women having abortions in 1868?

  They could be imprisoned for 3 years