This study investigates relational gang dynamics through qualitative in-depth interviewing with former gang members. Assumed gang process such as violent initiation rituals required for entrance and violent episodes when leaving a gang are called into question by the narratives of former gang members. Furthermore, the lines of inclusion for gangs are not clear, especially in regards to affiliates and associates, which may lead to some confusion about gangs from outside observers in the law enforcement and research arenas.View full textDownload full textRelated var addthis_config = { ui_cobrand: "Taylor & Francis Online", services_compact: "citeulike,netvibes,twitter,technorati,delicious,linkedin,facebook,stumbleupon,digg,google,more", pubid: "ra-4dff56cd6bb1830b" }; Add to shortlist Link Permalink http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01639625.2010.548655
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