Young, males, the poor and ethnic minorities are likely to be marginalised either socially, economically or politically meaning they turn to crime as socially approved methods aren't accessible
Lea and Young - Relative Deprivation
Refers to how poor individuals or groups feel in comparison to others. Leads people into crime as they feel more disadvantaged
Lea and Young - Subcultures
When relative deprivation and marginalisation occurs to a whole group a subculture is formed. They have criminal norms and values and can only achieve goals in a none accepted way
