Income distribution is perceived to affect crime (Becker 1968; Thurow 1971; Merlo 2003). Consequently, economists have … been modeling crime-employing inequality indicators as one of the explanatory variables, yielding mixed results. This paper … argues that income polarization rather than inequality should be taken into account in the context of crime analysis …

The trade-off between the immediate returns from committing a crime and the future costs of punishment depends on an … heterogeneity based on age, education, crime type, and nationality. Our estimates imply that the majority of deterrence is derived …

. Yet, little is known about the impact of this inflow on labor markets, crime, and voting behavior. This article uses … increases in crime in particular with respect to drug offenses and fare-dodging. Our analysis further suggests that counties …

asymmetry of information between government and enforcers and the crime rate …

The standard economic model of crime emphasizes the individual rationality and agency of criminals. On the other hand … enforcement that bridges these two approaches. Using the tools of game theory, it investigates crime as the outcome of the …

economic issues are the main factors that stimulate the practice of non-violent crime. On the other hand, violent crimes … results suggest that factors related to family heritage reduce this kind of crime. In relation to variables of social …