Most life course theories assume that the seeds of a criminal career are planted early in life and that early onset of deviance strongly predicts:
A) the cycle of violence.
B) subsequent poor parenting ability.
C) one's age of desistance.
D) later and more serious criminality.

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Most life course theories posit that early deviant behaviors are indicative of a trajectory that leads to more serious criminal activities later in life. This perspective suggests that patterns of criminal behavior are established early and tend to escalate in severity over time.

Most Life Course Theories Assume That the Seeds of a Criminal