The Broken Windows Theory By James Wilson And George Kelling

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The broken windows theory is a theory proposed by James Wilson and George Kelling. This theory uses broken windows as a metaphor for disorder within neighborhoods. Broken windows theory proposes that disorder causes crime and crime causes further disorder which leads to more crime. This theory’s concept is if a window is broken and left shattered, people walking by will assume that no one cares and no is in charge. It states that the little things matter. The two types of disorder are physical disorder and social disorder. Physical disorder is represented by abandoned buildings and vehicles, broken windows, vandalism, and empty lots filled with garbage. Social disorder is represented by rowdy neighbors, gangs, drug dealers, and conmen. Often

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