Crime Prevention
/ˈkraɪm prɪˈvɛnʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Measures and strategies aimed at reducing the risk of crime and enhancing public safety.
The city council implemented new crime prevention programs to reduce burglary rates.
- (n.) Legal and policy frameworks designed to deter criminal behavior through environmental design, surveillance, education, or community engagement.
Crime prevention includes initiatives such as neighborhood watch and improved street lighting.
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Commentary
Crime prevention is often distinguished from crime control by focusing on proactive and preventive measures rather than reactive enforcement.
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