Your friend was given an assignment to research classical criminology. Whose writings would your friend research to understand the core principles of this theory?
A)Marcus Felson
B)Travis Hirschi
C)Cesare Lombroso
D)Cesare Beccaria

Question

Your friend was given an assignment to research classical criminology.  Whose writings would your friend research to understand the core principles of this theory?
A)Marcus Felson
B)Travis Hirschi
C)Cesare Lombroso
D)Cesare Beccaria

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Cesare Beccaria is a foundational figure in classical criminology, known for his work "On Crimes and Punishments" (1764), which argues that punishment should be swift, certain, and proportionate to the crime, emphasizing deterrence over retribution.

Your Friend Was Given an Assignment to Research Classical Criminology