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•Discuss your first theory(Rational Theory) and how criminal justice responses may be formed based on the assumptions of this theory.

First, you need to understand rational theory. Then you need to decide how criminal justice responses may relate to this theory.

Thank you, but where can I find this information. I understand Rational theory is based on the assumptions that people choose their behaviors freely and are motivated by avoiding pain and the pursuit of pleasure. I just can not find information on how criminal justice responses may relate to this theory

Criminal justice generally punishes guilty people by taking away their pursuit of pleasure, thereby producing pain.

Based on your question, it seems like you're trying to understand the concept of Rational Theory and how it relates to criminal justice responses. Let's break it down step by step:

1. Understanding Rational Theory:
Rational Theory is one of the perspectives that explain criminal behavior. It suggests that individuals commit crimes after carefully weighing the costs and benefits. According to this theory, individuals engage in criminal activities when they perceive the benefits of the crime outweigh the potential risks or costs involved.

2. Identifying Criminal Justice Responses:
To figure out the criminal justice responses based on the assumptions of Rational Theory, you need to consider how society can address the factors that affect an individual's decision-making process regarding criminal behavior.

Generally, the responses can be divided into two categories:
a. Deterrence: For Rational Theory, increasing the perceived costs or risks of committing a crime can serve as a deterrent. This can be achieved through the following criminal justice strategies:
- Swift and certain punishment: Ensuring that criminals face punishment promptly and consistently.
- Increasing severity: Imposing harsher penalties for specific crimes to deter potential offenders.
- Enhancing police presence: Deploying more officers to prevent crimes and increase the likelihood of apprehension.

b. Rational Choice Prevention: This approach aims to influence the potential offenders' decision-making process to reduce the attractiveness of committing a crime. Suggestions for this response include:
- Target hardening: Implementing security measures to make crimes more difficult and less attractive.
- Crime prevention programs: Providing education and opportunities to develop pro-social skills, reducing the likelihood of criminal behavior.
- Fostering alternative opportunities: Creating employment options and improving social services to reduce the incentives for criminal activities.

Understanding and considering these criminal justice responses allows society to address criminal behavior by targeting the rational decision-making process of potential offenders.

To further expand your understanding, it may be helpful to research and consult academic sources on Rational Theory and criminal justice responses.