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Consider policies that were created to reduce crime. Then think about for which type of offender these policies might be most effective. Next, consider how these policies might effect positive social change.

Reference: Gottfredson, M. R., & Hirschi, T. (1990). A general theory of crime. Palo Alto, CA: Stanford University Press.
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Provide a brief description of a policy that might be most effective in reducing crime and explain why you think it might be effective. Then explain for which type of offender this policy might be most effective and why. Finally, explain how this policy might affect positive social change.

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A policy that might be most effective in reducing crime ...
When students are found to be truant (skipping school) they will be required to attend extra classes 3 days per week to make up any work and a truancy class to learn the value of education. Parents of students caught skipping school more than 3 times, would also be required to take a class in truancy to help them learn the value and necessity of children ...

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