Agents of direct social control attempt to punish or neutralize both organizations and individuals who deviate from society's norms.

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Agents of direct social control, such as the police, courts, and prisons, are tasked with enforcing societal norms and laws. They do so by identifying, punishing, or rehabilitating individuals and organizations that deviate from these established norms, thereby maintaining social order.

Agents of Direct Social Control Attempt to Punish or Neutralize