LLB604
Criminology and Penology notes — handwritten
This subject explores the sociological aspects of crime (Criminology) and the philosophy and methods of punishment (Penology), including theories of sentencing and prison administration.
The unit order below follows the standard university teaching sequence. Use these topic-wise lecture notes, revision checklists, and important exam questions to structure your exam preparation effectively.
Unit-wise Syllabus & Notes
Unit 1
Nature, Scope, and Schools of Criminology
Notes, worked approach, and a revision checklist.
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Causes of Crime and Typology (White Collar, Organized Crime)
Notes, worked approach, and a revision checklist.
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Juvenile Delinquency and the Juvenile Justice Act
Notes, worked approach, and a revision checklist.
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Penology: Theories and Forms of Punishment
Notes, worked approach, and a revision checklist.
Open unitUnit 5
Prison Administration, Probation, and Parole
Notes, worked approach, and a revision checklist.
Open unitFrequently Asked Questions
What is the syllabus for Criminology and Penology?
The syllabus is divided into 5 main units: Nature, Scope, and Schools of Criminology, Causes of Crime and Typology (White Collar, Organized Crime), Juvenile Delinquency and the Juvenile Justice Act, Penology: Theories and Forms of Punishment, Prison Administration, Probation, and Parole. Each unit covers specific topics essential for university examinations.
Where can I find important questions for Criminology and Penology?
Wink Notes provides unit-wise worked approaches, past-paper analysis, and a revision checklist to help you identify and practice the most important questions for Criminology and Penology.
How many units are in Criminology and Penology?
Criminology and Penology (LLB604) is divided into 5 units: Nature, Scope, and Schools of Criminology, Causes of Crime and Typology (White Collar, Organized Crime), Juvenile Delinquency and the Juvenile Justice Act, Penology: Theories and Forms of Punishment, Prison Administration, Probation, and Parole. Each unit is covered with detailed topic-wise lecture notes, worked examples, and a revision checklist.