Victimology
/ˌvɪktɪˈmɒlədʒi/
Definitions
- (n.) The study of victims and the patterns, causes, and effects of victimization in the context of law and criminal justice.
Victimology examines the experiences of crime victims to inform victim protection laws.
Forms
- victimology
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Commentary
Victimology is distinct from criminology by focusing on victims rather than offenders, emphasizing victim rights and support in legal contexts.
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