The routine activities theory was developed by sociologists Marcus Felson and Lawrence Cohen. This theory explains that crime isn’t necessarily affected by marco-level changes such as unemployment, poverty, or financial recessions. (2013, p.469.) It focuses rather on generalized patterns of social events and activities in society. This theory consists of three major principles. It first addresses that the initial offender seeks to gain immediate pleasure and avoid imminent pain. (Cohen and Felson, 1979.) In addition, the routine activities of everyday life are what created the stage for crime to occur. Therefore, by altering daily routines, we can force crime to change. (Cohen and Felson, 1979.) An example is if an offender sees someone walk
