Briefly Define Deterrence Theory and Summarize Arguments for and Against

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Essay

Briefly define deterrence theory and summarize arguments for and against it regarding offenders.Then summarize parallel arguments for and against it regarding victims.What is the status of victimology research regarding the questions raised by these arguments?

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