Factors Affecting Fear of Crime and Victimization of Residents in Nebraska

Since the 1960’s, fear of crime has increased dramatically, causing a heightened interest in the factors contributing to this problem. The purpose of this thesis is to examine factors that affect fear of crime, perceived risk of victimization, and actual victimization. Data was obtained from a telep...

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1. VerfasserIn: Megerson, Melissa (VerfasserIn)
Medienart: Elektronisch Buch
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: 1997
In:Jahr: 1997
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