A research report cautions against sending first time offenders to prison because time spent in prison will limit the opportunities they face once they get out of prison. This research report supports which of the following theory of deviance?

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Labeling or societal reaction theory suggests that being labeled as a deviant can lead to further deviance and limit future opportunities, aligning with the report's caution against imprisoning first-time offenders.

A Research Report Cautions Against Sending First Time Offenders to Prison