The purpose of this assignment is to identify and describe the major components of crime prevention. Through this assignment, you will show your understanding of crime prevention by developing your own definition of crime prevention, by defining and describing how crime prevention works with the Criminal Justice System, and by identifying how and why crime prevention programs are used.

For this assignment, write a 700- to 1,050-word descriptive essay on the major components of crime prevention.

Include the following in your essay:

• Your definition of crime prevention. Using definitions, you can research via the textbook and outside resources, and give YOUR idea what Crime Prevention means to you.
• The relationship of crime prevention to the Criminal Justice System.
• Two or more institutions through which crime prevention programs and practices are delivered.
• Examples to support your discussion.

Cite a minimum of three sources within the body of your paper, using in-text citations where appropriate.