Criminology labeling theory.docx - Labelling theory and its...

Labelling theory and its consequences:
Labeling theory is all about the sociology of crime, criminals, it’s long and short-term
consequences. It is categorized as crime and deviant which is decided by people of high social,
societal, and judicial power. Deviance is the standards in a social context defined by people of
higher status for lower ones. When a person is labeled as a deviant, he is considered
untrustworthy, dishonest, and dangerous. He is forced to be alienated and becomes the bad man
of the community. The labeling process targets minorities, youth, the poor, and women to a great
degree ( Siegal, L. J. 2005). Illustrating an example of an African American who is labeled as a
deviant by the white community. After his release, having a record of being an offender and later
consequences, he will face the problems of unemployment, alienation, and hatred. Many times,
they are unaccepted by their own family. Due to the deviant labeling, he will face long-term
consequences in his professional, social and personal life for a very long time which can be a
lifetime in many cases.