Labeling theorists contend that people can be taught to refrain from illegal behavior by increasing awareness and fear of the social stigma that accompanies a criminal conviction.

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Labeling theorists argue that labeling individuals as criminals can lead to further deviance, as the stigma reinforces a criminal identity rather than deterring illegal behavior.

Labeling Theorists Contend That People Can Be Taught to Refrain