Which statement best describes Traditional Gangs?

• A. Active for a short period and have no formal codes.
• B. Active for a long period with a written set of laws or codes and an organizational structure.
• C. Usually the first type to appear in a community.
• D. A casual group with no criminal activity.

Answer: (B)

Traditional gangs are long-established, organized groups with formal rules and a clear leadership structure. They persist in a community over many years, develop codes of conduct, and have defined roles, territory, and routines. That combination of longevity, formal codes, and an organized hierarchy best describes them, distinguishing them from short-lived groups with no formal rules or from casual groups with no criminal activity.