According to deterrence theory, if the probability of arrest, conviction, and sanctioning could be increased, crime rates should:
A) remain stable.
B) increase.
C) decline.
D) initially spike, then decline.

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Deterrence theory posits that crime rates will decline if the probability of arrest, conviction, and sanctioning is increased, as potential offenders are deterred by the higher likelihood of facing consequences for their actions.

According to Deterrence Theory, If the Probability of Arrest, Conviction