Abstract
This paper examines the development of sex crimes legislation throughout history. The analysis begins over 3,000 years ago with the Code of Hammurabi and continues through to the Sexually Violent Predator laws of the past few decades. The primary focus is on the extent to which fear and moral panics, myths about sexual offenders and victims, and attitudes about gender have influenced and shaped sex crimes legislation throughout history. The implications of these laws are discussed, in addition to suggestions for more effective, evidence-based sex offender management policies.
| Original language | American English |
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| State | Published - Nov 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Annual Meeting of the American Society of Criminology - Duration: 1 Nov 2011 → … |
Conference
| Conference | Annual Meeting of the American Society of Criminology |
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| Period | 1/11/11 → … |
EGS Disciplines
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
