Wortley, Richard;
Sidebottom, Aiden;
(2017)
Deterrence and Rational Choice Theory.
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The Encyclopedia of Juvenile Delinquency and Justice.
Wiley
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Abstract
Simply put, rational choice theory assumes that when faced with a set of alternatives, individuals will prefer that which is expected to produce the most favorable outcome. Aspects of rational choice can be found in numerous criminological perspectives. In this entry we explore the relationship between rational choice theory and deterrence. Two ways in which rational choice theory has been applied in the service of deterrence are considered. First, deterrence at a macro-level via the apparatus of the criminal justice system and the imposition of formal sanctions is examined. Second, deterrence at the micro-level through the manipulation of the immediate environment in ways that influence the decision making of prospective offenders is examined.
| Type: | Book chapter |
|---|---|
| Title: | Deterrence and Rational Choice Theory |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-118-52032-1 |
| Open access status: | An open access version is available from UCL Discovery |
| DOI: | 10.1002/9781118524275.ejdj0131 |
| Publisher version: | https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118524275.ejdj0131 |
| Language: | English |
| Additional information: | This version is the version of record. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher’s terms and conditions. |
| UCL classification: | UCL UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS > Faculty of Engineering Science > Dept of Security and Crime Science |
| URI: | https://discovery-pp.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10201152 |
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