Latina/o/x Criminology Panel 2: Consequences and Responses to Victimization

Session Submission Type: Complete Thematic Panel

Abstract/Description

The goal of Latina/o/x Criminology is to exchange, promote, and disseminate knowledge that contributes to criminological expertise and understanding of the rapidly growing U.S. Latina/o/x population. This panel features work from leading and rising scholars in Latina/o/x Criminology. Presentations will explore diverse topics including mental health consequences of victimization, responses to victimization by legal systems, and firearm related victimization perpetrated by police officers. These presentations highlight various aspects of victimization.

Sub Unit

• Area V. Victimization / 39. Consequences of Victimization

Individual Presentations

• What About Religion? Examining if Religion Mediates the Consequences of Victimization - Jacob V. Silva, University of Miami; Lonni L. Garcia, St. Mary's University

• The Crime Victim’s Visa: Exploring Appeals Outcomes Using USCIS Decision Data - Krystlelynn Caraballo, Arizona State University; Rhiannon Roberts, Arizona State University

• Reclaiming “Victim” Status for Individuals Shot by Law Enforcement: Analyzing Officer-Involved Shootings and the Variation of Circumstances - Robert J. Durán, Texas A&M University

Chair

• Veronica Lerma, University of California, Davis

Discussant

• Veronica Lerma, University of California, Davis

Organized by a Division or external group?

Latina/o/x Criminology