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What are the basic theoretical constructs of the classical school of criminology?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of rational choice theory. Cite some of the studies listed in the text.
 
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Answer to Question 1

The answer should include the following points:


  • doctrine of free willhuman beings seen as rational creatures free to choose their actions

  • utilitarianismpunis hment for protection of society and deterrence

  • felicific calculusfavorable balance of pleasure and pain

  • rational scale of punishment painful enough to deter the criminal

  • sanctionsto be proclaimed in advance; proportionate to the offense and outweigh the rewards of crime

  • equal justice for everyone

  • judgment based solely on acts, not on beliefs



Answer to Question 2

The answer should include the following points:


  • strengthsrational choice theorythe delinquent or the criminal chooses to violate the law and has free will

  • Paternosterrational choice does not require complete information for behavior to occur

  • Aniwar and Loughranindividuals update risk perceptions over time according to the feedback received during offending experiences

  • Fagan and Piquerocrime rates are lower when punishment risks and costs increase

  • weaknessRobert Agnews determinism theoryfreedom of choice varies from one individual to another; dependency on ones biological, psychological, or social nature

  • assumes free will fails for individuals controlled by their emotionscompulsive arsonists, kleptomaniacs, or sex offenders




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