CRIM 310 Deterrence Theory

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Core Idea

Punishment can prevent crime by making offending look risky

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Key points

Crime is less likely when punishment is certain and severe

Threat of punishment shapes decisions

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Criticism

Supports harsh punishment, even for lower level repeat offending

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Classical theory broad foundation

Detterence is about how punishment prevents crime