Economics of Crime

3 credits

Does crime pay? Do governments punish and regulate crime too much or too little? Basic economic concepts are used to analyze criminal behaviour and anti-crime measures. Covers such issues as the underground economy, costs and benefits of anti-drug laws, and policies for preventing crime. ***Prerequisite: 15 credit hours or ECON 100.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of ECON 236 or CRIM 266.*