Criminal Spatial Behavior

Activity Discussion: Criminal Spatial Behavior

This is a nongraded activity.

The different ways criminals perceive themselves influence their criminal behavior and the environment where this behavior occurs. In this assignment, you will consider how criminals use the surrounding environment, near and far from where they live, to conduct their activities.

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Using the module readings and the Argosy University online library resources, respond to the following questions:

• Describe and analyze criminal spatial behavior.
• How does this fit within the criminal narrative and the individual’s understanding of his or her own behavior?

Write your initial response in approximately 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

Submission Details:

• By the due date assigned, post your responses to this Discussion Area.
• Through the end of the module, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts. While responding, compare the similarities and differences between what you have constructed and what your classmates have.