Influence of Secondary Victimization on the Dark Figure of Criminality from the Perspective of Criminology

Abstract

The present work focuses on the study of secondary victimization in the obscure crime figure from the perspective of Criminology, demonstrating how both phenomena are correlated and bringing possible alternatives that make it possible to eliminate the occurrence of such factors. As possible alternatives that aim to reduce the occurrence of secondary victimization and obscure figures in crime, it is possible to point out the importance of formal social control, having trained professionals, who ensure that the path between the crime and the reporting of the fact to the competent bodies is the same. in the least serious way possible, effectively contributing to victims gaining confidence in reporting their occurrence, avoiding obscure crime figures and combating impunity with greater efficiency. It is also beneficial to raise awareness in society. It is inferred that due to the violence and humiliation, and considering the fragility and vulnerability generally inherent to the victims, the criminal practice generates serious consequences, and there is still a lot to be done for the victims in order to lead to a significant mitigation of the occurrence of the phenomena addressed in this work.