Question

1.Considering trait theory, is it more important to deter crime by create an environment or consequences?

2. What are the two approaches to addiction? Which do you agree with?

3. Name an example for: mala in se, mala prohibita and why is this complicated?

4. Why is the use of DNA complicated?

5. In what ways do judges, police officers, and/or prosecutors have discretion that changes the application of the law?

Answer 1

1. According to trait theory, deterrence of crime can be achieved through both creating an environment that discourages criminal behavior and imposing consequences for those who commit crimes. However, it is generally believed that consequences are more effective in deterring crime because they provide a direct and immediate consequence for the criminal behavior, whereas environmental factors may only have an indirect effect on criminal behavior.