Thoughts on Deterrence: Evolution of a Theoretical Perspective
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1988
Description
Research on deterrence has proliferated in recent years. This article reviews the development of deterrence thought through four historical epochs, delineating the context and assumptions of each. Theoretical and empirical advance of the last two decades are summarized and critiqued.
Citation Information
Brown, Stephen E.; and Esbensen, Finn Aage. 1988. Thoughts on Deterrence: Evolution of a Theoretical Perspective. International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology. Vol.32(3). 219-232. https://doi.org/10.1177/0306624X8803200306 ISSN: 0306-624X