The classical school of criminology was highly influential in the reformation of criminal justice systems in France and Britain during the 18th century (Study.com, 2017). Ideas from the theory such as deterrence and the punishment fitting the crime are still in practice today. However, the classical school fails to look at important issues such as circumstances surrounding crimes and individual circumstances.
Another theory is the positivism theory. This theory focuses on the idea that if society can resolve the issues causing people to commit crimes, it can reduce crime rates. Contrary to the classical school, positivism suggests that crime has little to do with free will but instead people are influenced by the environment around them (Criminology,
Another theory is the positivism theory. This theory focuses on the idea that if society can resolve the issues causing people to commit crimes, it can reduce crime rates. Contrary to the classical school, positivism suggests that crime has little to do with free will but instead people are influenced by the environment around them (Criminology,