ipl-logo

Rational Choice Theory Vs Neoclassical Perspective

634 Words3 Pages
Neoclassical perspectives consist of rational choice theory, deterrence and routines activities theory. All three theories coincide together in that they deem that criminals are normal and make the rational choice to commit crimes after outweighing the risks and consequences. Though the three theories coincided with each other, they differ in other aspects.
Rational choice theory assume offenders choose whether to commit crimes after considering the risks and rewards, thus chooses not to commit crimes if the risks outweigh the reward. Gary S. Becker, compared that criminals choose committing a crime as consumers choose buying products. A term what is called expected utility model. Individuals compare the expected utility or monetary value
Open Document