Criminal Behavior Assessment

Select an event that occurred within the past 12–24 months involving an individual who has been arrested and charged with a criminal offense.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you:

Align your chosen event to a school of thought or theory presented in Week 1 or 2 that explains the criminal behavior.
Describe the assumptions underlying the development of the theory.
Summarize the key principles of the theory.
Defend why your selected theory is the best explanation for the criminal behavior exhibited in the current event.

Cite any references to support your assignment.

Format your paper in accordance with APA guidelines.