Sampson and Laub suggest that adult crime can be understood in terms of cumulative continuity, where behaviour is sustained by the process of its consequences.

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Sampson and Laub's theory of cumulative continuity proposes that early delinquent behavior increases the likelihood of future delinquent behavior, as well as other negative life outcomes such as low education, unemployment, and poor mental and physical health. This creates a cycle where delinquent behavior is sustained by its consequences, leading to persistent patterns of criminal behavior in adulthood.

Sampson and Laub Suggest That Adult Crime Can Be Understood