Research shows that the rational choice of delinquency is simply a matter of a youth's consideration of the chances of getting caught and punished.

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While deterrence theory suggests that the likelihood of punishment is a factor in a youth's decision to engage in delinquent behavior, research also shows that there are many other complex social, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to delinquency.

Research Shows That the Rational Choice of Delinquency Is Simply