Exam 4: Deterrence and Rational Choice Theories of Crime

General deterrence seeks to discourage the sanctioned individual from engaging in future misconduct.

Snapping your fingers to keep tigers away is an example of a base rate fallacy.

Developed the concept of Utilitarianism

Which principle was at the heart of Jeremy Bentham's punishment philosophy?

Routine activities theory was proposed by

The idea that humans were pleasure seekers and sough to increase pleasure and reduce pain is referred to as:

If a department store installed dome surveillance cameras in an attempt to try and detect criminal activity, this would be an example of _____________________.

Routine activities theory requires a capable guardian to be present in order for crime to occur.

A hulk was a dilapidated ship used to house prisoners.

Informal sanctions can include all of the following except:

The author of On Crimes and Punishments

Requiring a convicted DUI offender to perform community service on a state highway while wearing an orange vest identifying them as a "Drunk Driver" would be an example of which type of deterrence?

School of thought where punishment was based solely on revenge with no attempt to control or prevent crime.

Deterrence theory assumes that all people

Hot spots are small areas within cities where crime tends to flourish.

Deterrence is a theory of victimization.

The "tiger prevention fallacy" is an analogy used to describe which criminological theory?

An example of focused deterrence would be utilizing increased resources in hots spots to reduce crime.

According to the text, who developed the RAT crime triangle?

Which function of punishment will make the strongest impression on potential offenders under the deterrence doctrine?