According to conflict theorists, the changes in the dynamics of conflicts in society, in particular class conflict leads to changing definitions of crime. For this reason, all classes across society are equally affected by crime.

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Conflict theorists argue that the definitions of crime and the application of criminal law are shaped by the interests of the dominant class, leading to a disproportionate impact on lower socioeconomic classes rather than affecting all classes equally.

According to Conflict Theorists, the Changes in the Dynamics of Conflicts