Economic causes of crime

• Greed


  Economic cause of crime where someone has a selfish desire to acquire more, often money, and breaks the law to do so
• Crimes committed due to greed


  • Embezzlement
• Poverty


  Economic cause of crime where people resort to shoplifting to support themselves and their families
• Around 25% of all crimes of dishonesty are for items such as food and clothing
• Unemployment


  Economic cause of crime where lack of skills and job opportunities leads to fewer legal options to make a living
• Areas with high unemployment and crime

  • Ferguslie in Paisley