Victimless crimes, a term used by sociologists, refer to illegal activities or offenses that involve a willing exchange of goods or services among consenting adults where no direct victim is readily identifiable or comes forward to report a harm. These crimes often involve behaviours that are considered morally objectionable or against the law, but the individuals involved participate voluntarily and do not typically see themselves as victims. Examples of activities often categorised as victimless crimes include prostitution, illegal gambling, recreational drug use, and consensual homosexual acts (in jurisdictions where they are illegal). The debate around the legal status and societal response to victimless crimes often involves considerations of individual autonomy, morality, public health, and the role of government in regulating private behaviour.