GELANDANGAN DAN PERLAKUAN JENAYAH; SATU DISKUSI KRITIKAL

Abstract

Homelessness is not a new social problem in Malaysia. Rapid urbanisation contributes to the growing number of homeless communities. The emergence of homelessness in Malaysia, especially in cities such as Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Georgetown, render a negative perception of the country, particularly among foreigners. In addition, there is a thought that homeless people tend to get involved in criminal activities. Among the criminal acts often associated with homeless people are stealing, robbery, and substance abuse. This concept paper discusses the antecedent factors that make these homeless people involved in crime. Involvement in crime also leads to various effects on society and the country. This concept paper concludes with a discussion and views on remedying the homeless population in the country.