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Deterrence Theory |
Fear of punishment prevents crime |
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Rational Choice Theory |
Person is likely to commit crime when benefits outweigh cost, or vice versa. |
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Routine Activities Theory |
1. Likely offender 2. Suitable Target 3. Absence of guardian |
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Social Control Theory (Hirschi) |
The social bonds created lead to what a person believes to be acceptable |
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Self-control Theory (Hirschi & Gottfredson) |
Lack of individual self-control is the main is the main factor behind criminal behavior |
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Differential Association Theory (Sutherland) |
Criminal behavior is learned through interaction with others |
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Differential Reinforcement (Akers) |
Applying reinforcement to the appropriate response and removing it from undesirable responses. |
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Reintegrative Shaming (Braithwaite) |
Punishment should focus on the behavior of the individual rather than the characteristics |
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General Theory of Crime |
Hirshi and Gottfredson's self-control theory |
