Criminalisation, York

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Examining how and why certain behaviours and communities become subject to criminal law, this group at York Law School investigates the processes and consequences of criminalisation. Its research spans criminal law, criminology, counter-terrorism, policing and transitional justice, drawing on doctrinal, theoretical and empirical approaches. Its key themes include vulnerability, mental health, terrorism and the regulation of public space. It held its first event in April 2026.

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University of York
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