Problem: The central issues in Crime Databases and Data Collection Strategies revolve around the ways in which data are used in the field of criminology to assess specific problems and needs of a community. Explain your choices in the scenario by addressing the following questions.
- Think about the varying sources of crime data, such as primary and secondary sources.
- Compare and contrast these two sources.
- Which do you believe would make the most sense to use in assessing crime in a small city?
- Describe your rationale.