Routine Theory - Cohen and Felson
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Which theory did Cohen and Felson expand upon?
Rational Choice Theory - Wilson
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What does Cohen and Felson describe as the 3 conditions for crime?
Individuals motivation
Opportunities and suitable targets
Lack of deterrence for potential offenders
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What does the Routine Theory by Cohen and Felson suggest about crime?
Most crimes are opportunistic rather than premediated
driven by societal shifts
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What is a suggested Solution for Cohen and Felson’s Routine Theory?
Increased policing
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Who created the Routine Theory explanation for crime?
Cohen and Felson
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