The local shopping mall announces that youth under the age of 17 will not be allowed in the mall without a parent or guardian during the hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. What category does this crime prevention strategy belong to?

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This strategy is an example of situational crime prevention, which aims to reduce the opportunity for crime by altering the physical or social environment. In this case, restricting access to the mall for youths during specific hours is intended to prevent potential incidents of crime or disorderly behavior by making it more difficult for young people to be in the mall without adult supervision.

The Local Shopping Mall Announces That Youth Under the Age