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Why do people commit crimes? Legal Studies 3C Some factors affecting criminal behaviour Social: Poeple and their attitudes to the law and the authority of the state are shaped in part by the society they live in. Factors such as upbringing and personal networks can impact, often negatively, upon a person’s view of the law and respect, or lack of, for it. Economic: People who suffer economic disadvantage can feel ‘disconnected’ from mainstream society and its values and may feel less respect for the law. Poverty in terms of need can also be a factor particularly in property offences. Genetic: This is a controversial theory that suggests there is an inherited genetic basis to some criminal behaviour, particularly behaviour that is violent. However there is no conclusive evidence to support this theory. Political: Individuals and organisations may oppose certain criminal laws on political grounds. They therefore believe that the law is wrong or unjust and may not feel compelled to comply with the law. Self interest: Self interest and greed can motivate people to commit crime. (http://hsc.csu.edu.au/legal_studies/structure/crime/4076/nature_crime.htm)