Which of the following accounts of desistance states that offenders desist as a result of individual actions (choice) in conjunction with situational contexts and structural influences linked to key institutions that help sustain desistance?

A) maturation and aging
B) developmental
C) rational choice
D) life-course perspective


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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