Applying Theory to Criminal Justice Events

Prepare for this Discussion by selecting a criminological theory and a particular criminal event or type of crime. Think about how this theory could be used to analyze the criminal event or type of crime.

  • Identify the criminological theory and the criminal event/type of crime you selected.
  • Explain how this criminological theory might be used to analyze the criminal event or type of crime you selected.
  • Explain why you think this criminological theory is or is not appropriate for analyzing this criminal event or type of crime.
  • Explain how this theory could be applied in order to prevent the criminal event/type of crime you selected.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.