Family Influence and Crime
Distinguish between the different perspectives on deviance
Analyze the reasons for deviant behaviors from a sociological perspective
This assignment asks you to differentiate between different theories of deviance and social control and apply them in different cases.

DELIVERABLES

A one-page paper

Step 1 Read the following article:

Father Steals Beat: Crime in an American Family

Step 2 Write an essay fully answering the following questions in 250 words:
What is the main theoretical argument underlying this article?

What does the author suggest as to why the members of the Bogle clan end up being criminal? Support your argument with direct evidence from the article.
Could you suggest another theory as to why they became criminals? Explain.