Criminal justice policies are often shaped by myths from "summary" of The Mythology of Crime and Criminal Justice by Victor E. Kappeler,Gary W. Potter
Crime and criminal justice are deeply intertwined with society's beliefs and attitudes. The way we perceive crime and criminals can heavily influence the policies and practices put in place to address them. However, these perceptions are often based on myths rather than facts. One prevalent myth is the belief that crime rates are constantly on the rise, leading to a sense of fear and urgency that pushes for harsher punishment and stricter laws. In reality, crime rates fluctuate over time and are not always increasing. By basing policies on this myth, we may be implementing unnecessary and overly punitive measures that do not effectively address the root causes of crim...
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