An Analysis of Location and Offender Characteristics for Motor Vehicle Theft in Texas from 2001 to 2005
Description:
Motor vehicle theft is the costliest property crime in the United States equaling billions of dollars in losses each year. Despite law enforcement success in decreasing the rate of motor vehicle theft in recent years, the actual number of thefts has increased. It is vital for law enforcement agencies to know who is committing motor vehicle theft and where vehicles are being stolen. This study answers these questions by examining offender demographic characteristics and the location types most t…
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Date:
December 2007
Creator:
Adger, Katherine
Partner:
UNT Libraries