According to routine activities theory, is it possible for crime to increase even when the number of would-be criminals remains constant? Explain why

What will be an ideal response?


Possible answer: Yes, it is possible for crime to increase even when the number of potential criminals remains constant given the other two realms of crime generation: suitable guardians and opportunity. If the amount of suitable guardians were reduced and/or the amount of opportunity for crime increased, the risk of crime events will increase. For example, think of what would happen if there was a strike for airport security personnel and air transportation were allowed to continue? What kinds of crimes would flourish during that period? What about if an encryption key were released, allowing anyone with advanced computer knowledge to access a major bank's user accounts?

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