Social Control Theory Of Crime

Preventing crime in a neighborhood can be easily done with a neighborhood watch program because it involves all members of a society. The Social Control Theory, or Social Bonding Theory, suggests that interactions and relationships between individuals are supported by bonds of commitments, norms, beliefs and values. If these bonds are strong enough, they can then encourage individuals to not break the law. An important fact to point out is that burglars will usually pick a target from a place that is common to them; for example, a house that is on their normal drive to and from work. This makes it easier for the burglar to “case” the house without being obvious. If the Social Bonding Theory is applied, the community would look out for their