The emphasis in modern biological theory has shifted from speculation over physical stigmata and constitutional makeup of the born criminal characteristic of earlier theory to focus more on biochemistry, genetics, and neurophysiology.

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Modern biological theories of crime focus on understanding the biochemical, genetic, and neurophysiological factors that may contribute to criminal behavior, moving away from earlier theories that emphasized physical traits.

The Emphasis in Modern Biological Theory Has Shifted from Speculation