Disabled people, crime and social inclusion

Abstract

Disabled people are a neglected issue in criminology. This article discusses the extent of the population affected, social reactions to impairment and the disadvantages faced by disabled people, including higher risk of victimisation. Links that have been made between disability and offending behaviour are also critically assessed. Finally, some practical solutions to include disabled people in community safety strategies are outlined.

Citation

Schuller, N. (2005), "Disabled people, crime and social inclusion", Safer Communities, Vol. 4 No. 3, pp. 4-13. https://doi.org/10.1108/17578043200500015