What This Document Is
These are student notes compiled in preparation for the first exam in Introduction to Criminology (CRLS 1001) at Marquette University. The notes cover key concepts from Chapter 1, focusing on the definitions and scope of criminology, the nature of deviance and crime, and an overview of transnational criminality – specifically, how it relates to terrorism.
Why This Document Matters
This study guide is intended for students enrolled in CRLS 1001 who are reviewing material for their first exam. It serves as a condensed resource to help identify core topics and definitions that are likely to be assessed. It’s most useful during the exam preparation phase, after initial course readings and lectures.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a *summary* of course material, not a replacement for lectures, readings, or independent study. It provides definitions and outlines concepts, but does not offer in-depth analysis or critical evaluation. It also doesn’t include practice questions or detailed case studies.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes: definitions of terrorism from the State Department and Adler; a list of seven forms of transnational criminality (Illicit Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering, Infiltration of Legal Business, Computer Crime, Illicit Arms Trafficking, Traffic in Persons, and Destruction of Cultural Property) with brief explanations of each; a historical overview of the term “criminology” and its definition by Edwin H. Sutherland; and a distinction between deviance and crime.
This preview *does not* include detailed examples, expanded explanations of the interdisciplinary nature of criminology, or any application of these concepts to real-world scenarios. It also does not contain any potential exam questions.