Which policy is supported by the theory of broken windows ?

Correct answer: D. zero tolerance

  • A. restorative justice
  • B. deterrent sentencingAccess Government Careers
  • C. target hardening
  • D. zero tolerance

Explanation

Broken-windows theory argues that visible disorder encourages more serious offending, so it is associated with strict enforcement of minor offences, known as zero tolerance. Restorative justice focuses on repairing harm, while target hardening belongs mainly to situational crime prevention.

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