Stop Snitching Analysis

Control theories would see the use of “snitching” as a way to advance the interest of those with power (state or federal entities) and would not represent the interest of the common citizen or community. Power is directly correlated with ones’ likelihood of being arrested, convicted, and incarcerated without regard for their behavior. Thus those with more power are less likely to be impacted and those with less power are more likely to be impacted. The conflict associated with the “stop snitching” culture is that a lack of adequate rules, accountability and oversight, thus in direct opposition of the larger goal of conviction of criminal offenses (Marx, pg. 112). The moral and societal value of loyalty is a significant factor in the discussion