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ABSTRACT
This article analyzes the causes of male and female crime. Explores specific patterns of crime committed by men and
women. He studies the biological, psychological and social factors that create conditions for them. It also explores the
importance of studying motives in crime prevention.
KEYWORDS
Crime, biological factors, psychological factors, motive, violence, hormones, victimological perspective, gender
equality.
INTRODUCTION
The causes of crime and the conditions affecting it
have been studied by humanity for several centuries.
To date, many concepts have been developed for the
study of the causes of crime, which explain the causes
and conditions from various points of view, including
theological and astrological, anthropological and
biological, genetic and psychological. In addition, the
factor of connection between the origin of crime and
the gender of people is studied from a social,
psychological, biological and cultural point of view.
In the first half of the 19th century, the Belgian scientist
Adolph Quetelett developed his theory of crime
factors based on statistical data. His main work -
"Statistical Physics" (Brussels 1869) is dedicated to
determining the tendency to crime. For this, Ketle set
himself the task of researching the influence of gender
and age factors - to determine the probability level. He
studied the relationship between gender and age
factors.
Research Article
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE MOTIVES OF FEMALE AND MALE
CRIMINALITY
Submission Date:
Sep 15, 2024,
Accepted Date:
Sep 20, 2024,
Published Date:
Sep 25, 2024
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Saparbaeva Shakhnoza Rustem Qizi
Intern teacher at the Law Faculty of Karakalpak State University, Uzbekistan
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A. Quetelet put forward the theory that the criminality
of women lags behind that of men. This phenomenon
was explained not only by the physical weakness of
women, but also by their distance from the community
and less deviating from family obligations. However,
due to the increasingly active participation of women
in public life and professional activities, as well as in the
periods when there was an increase in crime, the share
of women's crime in the structure of total crime has
always been small. It was several times less than the
share of men's crimes.
Another explanation of this phenomenon was put
forward by representatives of the anthropological
school - Ch. Lombroso and his follower in Russia P. N.
Tarnovskaya. They explained the lower level of activity
of women's crime compared to men's by the
peculiarities of the female organism, female nature and
to a certain extent her "biological deficiency" (i.e., lack
of physical fitness).
The causes of crime are related to people's gender, but
gender is one of many factors. Along with this factor,
social, economic, cultural and psychological factors
also play an important role.
The difference between male and female criminality is
expressed in their socialization and gender roles. In
many societies, men are often socialized to be
aggressive, competitive, and dominant. This is one of
the reasons why they are attracted to crimes related to
violence or robbery. Traditional masculinity can
encourage risky behavior that is sometimes associated
with criminal activity.
Women are generally socialized to be more caring and
passive, which may lead to a decrease in violent crime.
However, women involved in crime often commit a
variety of offenses such as property crimes or fraud
due to economic need or relationship problems.
In many societies, economic pressures are also felt
differently between women and men. Unemployment,
poverty, and economic stress can lead men to commit
crimes, particularly property crimes, robberies, or
violent crimes. Unemployment, poverty, and economic
stress can lead men to commit crimes, particularly
property crimes, robberies, or violent crimes. Women,
especially those with a weak social status, are seen to
commit crimes such as theft, fraud or prostitution due
to financial incapacity. It can be seen that economic
hardship creates conditions for different crimes
depending on the gender of people.
In the analysis of the causes of men's crime and
women's crime, it is worth emphasizing biological and
psychological factors. That's because biological
research shows that there are often differences in
physiology, such as hormone levels, brain structure,
and genetics, that can influence how men and women
behave differently. By nature, women are more
accepting of their feelings. This may explain their
predilection for non-violent crimes. This is because
when women are violent, they are often responding to
relationship or domestic problems, such as self-
defense or revenge for violence. At the moment, these
are only additional reasons, environmental and social
factors interact mainly in the occurrence of crime.
The criminogenic environment also represents the
difference in the motivations of women and men to
commit crimes. For example, men are more likely to
join gangs in criminogenic environments, such as gangs
where violence and crime are normalized. Peer
pressure and the need to prove oneself in this
environment can lead men to commit more serious or
mass crimes. Such cases are not observed in women.
Women's criminal activities often take place in private
or isolated places. They are more likely to commit
crimes within their relationships or family.
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It is appropriate to analyze the motives of male and
female crime from the point of view of victimology.
One of the main reasons for this is that it is important
to understand how victimization experiences, such as
violence or trauma, influence their criminal behavior. It
helps to develop interventions that address the root
causes of crime and support rehabilitation efforts.
Men are more likely to be the victims and perpetrators
of violent crimes involving strangers. These situations
create a cycle of violence, especially in communities
where gang or street violence is high.
When it comes to the participation of women in crime,
the motives are often related to personal sacrifice.
Especially cases of domestic violence or sexual
violence cause a feeling of revenge in women. Some
women may want to escape from aggressive
situations, seek protection, or commit crimes as a
response to trauma.
It should be noted that the local traditions of the world
also have a different effect on women's crime and
men's crime, creating differences between them. For
example, in some countries, women are more closely
examined by their family and close relatives. This in
turn forces women to take more responsibility for their
own actions. For this reason, the crime rate of women
is lower than that of men. At the same time, in some
nations, male minors are less supervised by their
parents than girls. The lack of supervision of minors
contributes to the increase in the level of crime.
When analyzing the causes of male and female crime,
it is necessary to take into account the attitude of the
government to gender equality. Differential treatment
of men and women by the courts in sentencing can
contribute to the perception of inequality and injustice,
potentially influencing criminal behavior. If women
receive more lenient sentences, it may unintentionally
reinforce criminal behavior by reducing the deterrent
effect for some offenses. On the other hand, harsher
treatment of men could perpetuate cycles of crime,
especially if rehabilitation and support are neglected.
Unequal sentencing might also distort public trust in
the legal system, which can lead to further criminality.
However, whether this directly increases crime
depends on multiple factors, including societal context
and the individuals involved.
While gender influences crime patterns and
motivations, it interacts with other key factors like
socio-economic status, age, race, and education, which
all shape an individual's likelihood of committing a
crime.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, understanding the differences in
criminal behavior between men and women is
essential for creating more effective and equitable
criminal justice policies. Men and women engage in
crime for a variety of reasons, influenced by biological,
psychological, and social factors, with distinct patterns
often emerging based on gender. Men are more likely
to commit violent and confrontational crimes, while
women tend to engage in non-violent or relational
crimes, often driven by economic necessity or personal
trauma. The differential treatment of men and women
by the courts in sentencing reflects broader societal
attitudes towards gender, which can both reflect and
reinforce these patterns of offending. However,
addressing the root causes of crime requires a
comprehensive approach that accounts for gender-
specific
needs
and
circumstances,
including
experiences of victimization. By applying a more
nuanced and gender-sensitive approach to crime
prevention, sentencing, and rehabilitation, society can
ensure that justice is both fair and effective. Ultimately,
a more balanced understanding of male and female
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criminality can lead to better outcomes for individuals
and communities alike.
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