A Survey of Economic Models of Criminal Behavior
Abstract
Economic theories of criminal behavior premise the criminal as rational actor engaged in a calculus of incentives and disincentives. The fundamental model assumes the actor allocates time between legitimate and illegitimate activities, with time allocation affected by the deterrent effects of conviction probability and punishment severity. This paper presents the economic model of criminal behavior developed by Becker and refined by Ehrlich, Block, Heineke, and others.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA206520
Entities
People
- William J. Haga