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Some people are deviant; others never commit a crime in their life. What causes people to commit crime?
Theorists and scholars have been debating this problem for decades, indeed centuries Prevailing paradigms argue the cause is biological, free will (psychological), social environment, social learning, social status, or inequality of different systems in society. Students are to write a reflection (2-page maximum) on what leads to deviant behavior. It would behoove students to utilize “Basics of Primary Criminological Theories, with Prominent Theorists” on Canvas.
No outside research necessary otherwise. Students could discuss a specific theory, but at the very least, include a specific theme or paradigm, such as “biological.” Either way, students should reinforce their arguments with logic and evidence (even if somewhat anecdotal). 2 pages, double space, Times New Roman, normal margins
