NCJ Number
89223
Date Published
1982
Length
14 pages
Annotation
Rising police crime statistics in West Germany, particularly the incidence of property and assault crimes, are creating a subjective fear of crime greater than the actual danger of victimization.
Abstract
More disturbing than the actual numbers of offenses are changes such as the increased violence accompanying many offenses and the evidence of organized criminality. Depressed economic conditions and high unemployment are factors conducive to juvenile delinquency, property crimes, drug-related offenses, and even white collar crimes. Other social problems are increasing numbers of poorly assimilated second-generation foreigners and the spread of extremist political views among the young, which may promote terrorism. To enhance the overall sense of security, government policies will have to aim for meeting the needs and interests of all sectors of the populace in multiple areas of public service in addition to law enforcement.