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risk society  

Definition

  • Risk has been a topic of considerable debate among academics, policy makers, and members of the general public for several decades. Though what constitutes risk often differs between individuals, B. John Garrick has stated that a definition of risk should include the following three questions: 1. [Source: Encyclopedia of Criminal Justice Ethics; Risk Society]

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