According to Cohen and Felson's routine activities theory, crimes cannot occur without:
A) presence of victims, absence of law enforcement personnel, and criminals.
B) valuable property, space, time, and bad acts.
C) targets of victimization, police, and law breakers.
D) suitable targets, absence of capable guardians, and motivated offenders.
E) public fear, apathetic law enforcement, and career criminals.

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Routine activities theory posits that for a crime to occur, three elements must be present: suitable targets (e.g., property or individuals that are attractive to criminals), absence of capable guardians (e.g., police, security systems, or even watchful neighbors), and motivated offenders (individuals ready and willing to commit crimes).

According to Cohen and Felson's Routine Activities Theory, Crimes Cannot