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The Function of Crime Could murder, robbery or identity theft be beneficial for society

The Function of Crime Could murder, robbery or identity theft be beneficial for society? It seems counterintuitive to think that any crime might be functional for society but that is what some scholars suggest. For example, French sociologist, Emile Durkheim argues that all societies need crime in order to establish moral boundaries (Jones, 1986). Durkheim contends that crime supports society’s social structure by pitting those that do not violate the law against those that do violate the law. Crime also allows for social change because it moves society forward in its evolution. Conversely, the late U.S. Senator and sociologist Daniel Patrick Moynihan (2001) argued that crime actually hinders societal evolution and forces the public to tolerate harmful behaviors. According to Moynihan, “We [the public] are getting used to a lot of behavior that is not good for us” (p. 30). As a result, public tolerance of crime may cause a redefinition of criminal activity. For this Discussion, consider whether you think crime is functional for society. With these thoughts in mind: Answer this question: explanation of whether crime is functional for society or not, and explain why. Be specific and use examples to support your explanation. Be sure to support your answer and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

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