When Anthony worked as a prison counselor, he would often ask property offenders why they committed the crime. The overwhelming response was, “I had to feed my family.” How would Sykes and Matza classify this response?
A. denial of responsibility
B. appeal to higher loyalties
C. condemnation of the condemners
D. denial of injury
Answer:B
When Anthony worked as a prison counselor, he would often ask property offenders why they committed the crime. The overwhelming response was, “I had to feed my family.” How would Sykes and Matza classify this response?
A. denial of responsibility B. appeal to higher loyalties C. condemnation of the condemners D. denial of injury