Asked by jimmy

What are the formal and informal mechanisms of social control? Give examples. Can I get help here.
I know formal is law and informal is difficult to label.
Answered by Ms. Sue
Right. The formal controls involve the law. You know stealing and assault are against the law. You know that if you do these things, you will probably be caught and punished.

Informal controls are applied by your friends and family. Your mom wants you to go to church and stay in school. Your friends want you to go out drinking with them.

Answered by PsyDAG
Formal sanctions typically involve fines, incarceration and/or execution.

Informal sanctions typically involve scorn, rejection and/or exclusion.
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