In Crime, Shame and Reintegration, John Braithwaite (1989) argues that societies will generally have lower crime rates if they can effectively ______.
A) stigmatize the worst offenders
B) communicate shame about crime
C) control minor deviance
D) prevent residual rule breaking

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Braithwaite's theory emphasizes the importance of communicating shame about crime as a means of social control, arguing that this can lead to lower crime rates by reinforcing societal norms and values.

In Crime, Shame and Reintegration, John Braithwaite (1989) Argues That