Surveillance Cameras
The use of surveillance cameras in public places has increased significantly.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this development.
In recent years, the presence of surveillance cameras in public places has become
significantly more popular. While some argue that these devices enhance security and deter
criminal activities, others have raised concerns about privacy and psychological effects. This
essay will discuss both the benefits and drawbacks of this development.
- Crime Prevention
- Crime Investigation
On the one hand, surveillance cameras contribute significantly to public safety. First, they
act as a crime deterrent, as people are less likely to engage in illegal activities when they
know they are being watched. For example, studies/ statistics have shown that the presence of
cameras in urban residential areas has led to a significant reduction in theft (trom cap) and
vandalism (pha hoai tai san). Second, in the event of a crime, footage from these cameras
serves as valuable evidence that helps law enforcement = the police identify and arrest
suspects, increasing the likelihood of justice being served.
- Example: Cameras set up in stores and malls → have the police identify the facial
features, motor vehicles of the criminals, and time of committing crimes → solve
crimes like shoplifting or assault.
On the other hand, the widespread use of surveillance cameras also has notable
disadvantages. A major concern is the potential for privacy violations. Constant monitoring
in public places can make people feel uncomfortable and limit their sense of freedom. Nhấn
mạnh + Ví dụ: In some cases, some people misuse the video footage for purposes like
stalking or spreading sensitive moments or embarrassing moments of people on social media
without permission. This can lead to crimes like cyberbullying or blackmailing. In addition,
cameras can also create psychological stress and unease because when people know they
are being monitored, they can feel pressured and uncomfortable in their daily activities. Vi du
VCameras set up near changing rooms or restrooms in shopping malls where mostly
people would expect some levels of privacy. Kết quả: always act unnaturally → reduced
genuine social interaction + affect mental health of the citizens + the lack of trust toward
the authorities.
In summary, while surveillance cameras provide many security benefits, including crime
prevention and law enforcement support, they also pose risks to people's privacy and
psychological problems.
Prison Sentence - HOMEWORK
Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison
sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of
reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Duyen
Body 1: Best way to reduce crime is to give Body 2: There are better alternative ways
longer prison sentences of reducing crime
Point 1: hình phạt khắc nghiệt có thể Point 1: to tackle root causes of crimes
ngăn cản crimes because they fear the such as unemployment, drug addiction,
consequences poverty and lack of education. individuals
- crimes có thể suy nghĩ trước khi vi phạm feel no choice ngoài vi phạm pháp luật to
pháp luật survive
- ex: In Singapore, strict laws have helped - By providing free programs, education,
lower crime rates. and offering vocational training, can give
better opportunities to earn a living
Point 2: keeping criminals in prison can Point 2: rehabilitation programs
protect society from dangerous - help offenders change behavior
individuals - not all prisoners can become better
- longer prison ensures that serial killers after imprisonment especially some
or terrorists who can’t harm others. people can become more dangerous,
- nếu thời hạn tù ngắn hơn, they are more angrier, hateful towards authority
likely to reoffend, can create a sense of -
fear and insecurity for citizens
- Vocational and educational rehabilitation programs → provide skill training →
get a job and a stable income after their release → reduce the rates of
reoffending.
- Community Service → Sense of purpose and sense of goodwill → benefits for
criminals after their release??
- Imprisonment = a prison term = a prison sentence
- Reoffending rates = tỷ lệ tái phạm
Offense (sai pham) vs. Crime (toi pham)
Reoffend : tai pham
Nguyen
Body 1: Best way to reduce crime is to give Body 2: There are better alternative ways
longer prison sentences of reducing crime
Point 1: thời gian ở tù lâu và môi trường Point 1: job training and economics
khắc nghiệt là cho tội phạm sợ hãi opportunities in prison
+làm cho tội phạm sợ và không dám làm +unemployment and poverty are major
+ex: singapore bỏ tù rất nặng với các tội drivers of crime.providing job training,..
nhẹ Helps reduce the economic desperation
that leads to criminal activity.
+cities with strong job markets tend to
have lower crime rates
Point 2: giữ tội phạm đặc biệt nguy Point 2: community policing and trust-
hiểm trong thời gian dài building
+ Giảm đi các tội phạm đặc biệt nguy + When police work with
hiểm cho xã hội communities rather than just
+ Các tội phạm lừa đảo, giết người enforcing laws harshly, crime rates
sẽ bị giam và giảm thiểu đi nhg loại drop
tội phạm đáng sợ này + Strategies like neighborhood
watch programs,community
engagement, and conflict
resolution training help prevent
crime before it happens
Youth Crimes (Task 2)
In many countries, there is an increasing rate of crime committed by
young people. What are the causes of this trend, and what solutions
can be implemented to reduce youth crime?
Criminal Offenses (Task 1) - HOMEWORK
The chart below shows the number of criminal offenses in Panama City from 2003
to 2012, categorized into three types of crimes.
