In Crime and Everyday Life, Marcus Felson (2002) book expands on “routine activity theory” to explain why crime occurs. According to this theory, crimes happen when three elements come together: (a) a motivated offender, (b) an attractive victim, and (c) the absence of capable guardians. Select one property crime and one violent crime. Apply routine activity theory to explain examples of each.

In Crime and Everyday Life, Marcus Felson (2002) book expands on “routine activity theory” to explain why crime occurs. According to this theory, crimes happen when three elements come together: (a) a motivated offender, (b) an attractive victim, and (c) the absence of capable guardians. Select one property crime and one violent crime. Apply routine activity theory to explain examples of each. Are you using theory in an inductive or deductive way? (Chapter 2, p. 51)

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