The evolution of a gang in any area has common characteristics that are described in this section. Also included is a brief historical perspective of gangs in our nation. This section describes the various types of gangs and the types criminal activities associated with gangs. The primary national gangs, their subsets, alliances, and rivalries are described in this section. Gang Identification Identifiers of gang members are covered in this section including colors, symbols, tattoos, clothing, hand-signs, and jewelry.
Documentation is provided on specific gangs and their affiliation.
Practical exercises are included in this section. Monikers used by gang members and gang writing samples are deciphered as practical exercises in this section. Graffiti Criminal street gang graffiti is covered in this section. The students will learn that graffiti is used by gangs to communicate and to increase their presence in a community. Graffiti vocabulary and types of graffiti artists are discussed.