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Deviance is learned through interactions with others; individuals become delinquent because of an excess of definitions favorable to violation of law over definitions unfavorable.

Crime emerges from the conflicts of social groups and interests, and law is used as a tool by those in power to control others.

Individuals commit crime when there is an inconsistency between societal goals and the means available to achieve these goals.

People become deviant because certain labels are attached to their behavior by political authorities and others.

The opportunity for crime exists when there is a convergence in space and time of three elements: motivated offenders, suitable targets, and the lack of capable guardians.

A state of normlessness where society fails to effectively regulate the expectations or behaviors of its members, often leading to deviance.

People refrain from deviant behavior because diverse factors control their impulses to break social norms.

Crime occurs in communities with weak social ties and the absence of social control.

The strength of an individual's bond to society inhibits them from engaging in crime.