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Gambling public drunkenness prostitution and smoking marijuana are often considered ?

Correct answer: C. "victimless" crimes

  • A. white-collar crimes
  • B. violent crimes against people
  • C. "victimless" crimes
  • D. organized crime

Explanation

These acts are commonly labelled victimless crimes because the law treats them as offences without a clearly identifiable direct victim, although their social harms remain debated. They are not necessarily violent, organized, or white-collar offences.

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