CCJ 325U Crime in the City
Urban crimes tend to happen in specific and predictable locations. This class explores how city structures influence human behavior and shape where crime events occur. By understanding where and why crimes concentrate in specific locations, we can introduce approaches for addressing and preventing crime. Explanations of crime concentrations focus on demographics, community cohesion, routine activities, physical design, and political processes. Emphasis is placed on individuals' roles in impacting community public safety and addressing the causes of urban crime concentrations.