According to Thrasher and Klein (1971) any denotable adolescent group of youngsters who (a) are generally perceived as a distinct aggregation by others in their neighborhood, (b) recognize themselves as a denotable group (almost invariably with a group name), and (c) have been involved in a sufficient number of delinquent incidents to call forth a consistent negative response from neighborhood residents and/or law enforcement agencies is referred to as a:

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According to Thrasher and Klein (1971), the definition provided matches that of a "gang." This definition emphasizes the perception of the group by both the members and the community, the presence of a group name, and involvement in delinquent activities that elicit a negative response.

According to Thrasher and Klein (1971) Any Denotable Adolescent Group