South African Crime Quarterly-SACQ
Scope & Guideline
Championing research that informs and transforms justice systems.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Criminological Research and Analysis:
The journal emphasizes empirical research that explores various aspects of crime, criminal behavior, and law enforcement practices in South Africa, contributing to a deeper understanding of the socio-legal context. - Community Safety and Crime Prevention:
SACQ investigates community-based approaches to safety and crime prevention, highlighting local initiatives and their effectiveness in addressing crime-related issues. - Policy Evaluation and Legal Reform:
The journal includes critical evaluations of existing laws and policies, assessing their impacts on crime rates and societal wellbeing, and advocating for necessary reforms. - Impact of Social Issues on Crime:
Exploring how broader social issues, such as domestic violence, disability, and mental health, influence crime dynamics and law enforcement responses in South Africa. - Restorative Justice Practices:
SACQ promotes discussions around restorative justice and rehabilitation initiatives within the criminal justice system, aiming to reduce recidivism and support reintegration efforts.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Crime:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected crime rates, policing practices, and community safety, highlighting the need for adaptive responses in crisis situations. - Gang Violence and Community Responses:
There is a growing emphasis on evaluating the effectiveness of interventions against gang violence, particularly military deployments and community safety initiatives, indicating a need for innovative solutions to ongoing violence. - Legal Protections for Vulnerable Populations:
The journal has seen an uptick in discussions surrounding legal reforms aimed at protecting vulnerable groups, such as victims of domestic violence and individuals with disabilities, reflecting a broader societal push for inclusivity and justice. - Restorative Justice and Rehabilitation:
Emerging themes around restorative justice practices and educational interventions for inmates highlight a shift towards rehabilitative approaches within the criminal justice system. - Protests and Civil Unrest:
An increasing focus on the dynamics of protests, including injurious protests and prison protests, underscores the importance of understanding public dissent and its implications for law enforcement.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Crime Categories:
There seems to be a decline in papers focusing on traditional crime categories, such as property crime or theft, possibly overshadowed by more complex social issues and systemic challenges. - Historical Perspectives on Crime:
Research that examines historical crime trends or analyses past criminal justice policies appears to be less prevalent, indicating a shift toward current and pressing issues in crime and justice. - Focus on Juvenile Delinquency:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies specifically addressing juvenile delinquency, which may suggest a broader focus on adult crime and systemic factors affecting the criminal justice system.
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