Sociology of Victimization

• Sociology of Victimization


  focuses on the demographic characteristics of victims
• What Factors are Related to the Likelihood of Being a Victim of Crime?

  - Race

  - Gender

  - Sexuality

  - Social Class
• Culture of Victimhood


  - in theory, the law offers equal protection to all citizens

  - in practice, only some victims are considered "real victims" while others are not and may even be held partially responsible
• What 2 Experiences of Social Inequality do Marginalized Groups Face Simultaneously?

  1. They're more likely to be the victims of crime (unequal access to safety)

  2. They are less likely to be recognized as victims (unequal access to recognition)