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MLO Effect

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Not only does Ludeke touch on the subject of what causes youths to join gangs, but addresses a disparity issue of how MLO is not labeled as a criminal street gang by law enforcement (Rose & Clear, 1998, pg.443). It is important to realize that because Malibu Locals Only obtains a set of different characteristics, ultimately it influences how the group is categorized (Ludeke, 2007). Yet, other gangs composed of the stereotypical group that perform similar offenses are instantaneously labeled as criminal’s/gang members. If a group meets the criteria under the STEP act to establish it as a criminal street gang, law enforcement officials must apply the same standard to all groups justifiably (Ludeke, 2007). The STEP act was enacted in 1988 for

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