Violent Crime

Violence seems to be everywhere these days. The truth is that in a society with cameras everywhere and global connectivity, violent acts have far fewer places to hide than in the past. A dark alley is no longer a shadowy place lined with dumpsters where dastardly deeds occur. It’s now a place likely to have motion sensor lighting with cameras that activate as part of a security measure to prevent violence from touching the formerly out of view place.

In the world of law enforcement, violence is defined as crimes that meet specific requirements. For more information on what is considered a violent crime under the law, visit https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/parole/violent-offenses-defined/. Defining and codifying these heinous acts creates the ability to see if there is a true rise in violence, or if media and social media make us more aware of violence than in the days before our society became so connected. To check the annual statistics, visit https://openjustice.doj.ca.gov/exploration/crime-statistics.