'Biological determinism' is the perspective that sees the criminal law as reflecting the will of those in power,and behaviors that threaten the interests of the powerful are punished most severely.

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Biological determinism is actually the perspective that attributes criminal behavior to innate, biological factors such as genetics, hormones, or brain abnormalities. It does not necessarily imply that the criminal law is reflecting the will of those in power or that punishment is based on threatening the interests of the powerful.

'Biological Determinism' Is the Perspective That Sees the Criminal Law