ISBN:
9781108626286
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (xiv, 204 Seiten)
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als Fasani, Francesco Does immigration increase crime?
DDC:
364.3086
Keywords:
Crime
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Emigration and immigration Social aspects
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Emigration and immigration law
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Alien criminals
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Illegal aliens
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Illegal aliens
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Emigration and immigration law
;
Alien criminals
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Emigration and immigration ; Social aspects
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Einwanderung
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Migrationspolitik
;
Kriminalität
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Europäische Union
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Migrationspolitik
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Einwanderer
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Soziale Situation
;
Kriminalität
Abstract:
Do migrants lead to an increase of crime rates in their host societies? This highly contentious issue has become a mainstay in the political debate and a lightning rod for the galvanization of populist movements, despite often lacking any empirical support. In this game-changing book, the authors examine what the existing data actually says, and provide their own novel evidence on the immigration-crime connection. Taking the unusual approach of analysing the subject from an economic perspective, the authors build on the pioneering work of Nobel Prize winner Gary Becker to construct their innovative arguments. By considering evidence from different countries, with a focus on establishing causal relationships, the authors are able to analyse not only if migrants do cause crime but also whether migration policies can play a role in shaping incentives for migrants to engage in crime. This book will appeal to students and academics across the social sciences, as well as citizens interested in this topical issue.
DOI:
10.1017/9781108626286
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