This discussion will allow you allow you to compare and contrast the first of the criminological theories explaining crime based on a video recreation of an actual crime. Siegel, noted that Those who find the risks acceptable are more willing to take a gamble on crime (p. 98). In this discussion, you will will use either the Rational Choice or a Trait Theory to analyze the offender in Episode 9.
You are also responsible for responding to any response posts to your initial post. You must post before you can see your classmates posts.
Prepare for this discussion by reviewing:
- 72 Hours: True Crime (2024)
- Warning the video contains violence and is very graphic.
You may also find the following optional resources may help you:
- CriminologyWeb (2023)
- Sully. B. (2022)
After watching the Season 3, Episode 9 video (first 22 minutes of the link),
- Analyze the crime through Rational Choice theory.
- Discuss the role of deterrence under rational choice theory.
- How would deterrence apply in this case.
- Evaluate this case (episode 9) under a Trait/Biosocial Theory.
- Does this offender support the theories of one of the Trait/Biosocial Theories or discredit these theories?
- Why / How
Your original response is due by Thursday of the module at 11:59 p.m.
- Your original response should be at least 250 words.
- Be sure to include the prompt you are addressing at the top of your post.
- You must cite at least one source with in-text citations and a reference section in APA format. Your e-text is the preferred resource.
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