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Recurring Victimization (Types (Multiple Victimization (Polyvictimization,…
Recurring Victimization
Other Key Aspects
Time Course
Two Main Findings
When a repeat victimization occurs, it is likely to be soon after the first victimization incident
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Hypotheses
The initial offenders share information with their criminal associates about remaining crims opportunities at the previously victimized household
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Types
Series Victimization
Victims experience similar types of crimes repeatedly as part of a related sequence of incidents within a specified time period (about six months to a year)
Multiple Victimization
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Polyvictimization
Applied to the victimization of children; occurs when a minor is frequently targeted for a variety of types of victimization within a reference period (usually a year)
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Repeat Victimization
When a victim experiences the same type of victimization two or more times within a specified time period (usually relatively short)
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Theories
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Rational Choice Theory
When offenders are deciding whether or not to take advantage of criminal opportunities, they think about the potential costs and the potential benefits
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Basics
Prevention
If future victimizations are prevented, crime rates should decline
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