A local city government heard a variety of complaints about the homeless camping out in public spaces. They decided to pass a law to make it illegal to camp in public areas without a permit, and they refused to grant permits to those who could not provide a mailing address. This illustrates Vold's idea that laws are a/an ______.

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Vold's theory posits that laws are often used by powerful groups within society to maintain their interests and status quo. In this scenario, the law to make it illegal to camp in public areas without a permit, especially with the condition of needing a mailing address, serves the interests of more powerful, housed constituents at the expense of the homeless population.

A Local City Government Heard a Variety of Complaints About