The interactionist view of crime suggests that deviants are those who are labelled such by society.

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The interactionist perspective emphasizes that societal reactions to behaviours determine whether or not they are labeled deviant. Labels are not inherent in behaviours, but rather reflect societal judgments and reactions. Therefore, the labeling process produces deviance rather than identifying pre-existing deviants.

The Interactionist View of Crime Suggests That Deviants Are Those