How does Howard Becker define deviance in his well-known theory?

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Behavior considered deviant only when it violates legal statutesActions are deviant if society designates them as suchDeviance is behavior identified by those who commit itConduct that results in public outrage or disapprovalBehavior that contradicts personal moral beliefs

Explanation

Howard Becker's definition of deviance emphasizes that deviant behavior is not inherently wrong but is defined by the labels society assigns to certain actions. Thus, deviance depends on social reaction rather than objective criteria.