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Preferred term

theories of criminal behavior

Definition

When crime is truly the product of rational choice, the offender commits the act for reasons of personal gain or gratification. His or her behavior is under his or her complete control. [Source: Encyclopedia of Psychology and Law; Criminal Behavior, Theories of]

Broader concept

psychology of criminal behavior

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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/theories_of_criminal_behavior

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