Criminal behavior is considered more a rebellion against conventional society than as an expression of conformity to lower-class subcultural values and traditions according to social disorganization theory.

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Social disorganization theory suggests that criminal behavior is more a result of a breakdown in the social institutions (such as family, school, and community) in certain neighborhoods, leading to an inability of these communities to control or prevent criminal activities, rather than being primarily an act of rebellion against conventional society or an expression of conformity to lower-class subcultural values.

Criminal Behavior Is Considered More a Rebellion Against Conventional Society