The crime control model represents a conservative approach to criminal justice, emphasizing swift punishment and efficient case processing to deter criminal behavior. This model, developed by Herbert Packer in 1968, prioritizes law enforcement powers and victims' rights while reducing emphasis on suspects' rights.
• The model operates on principles of quick case disposal and zero tolerance
• It incorporates right realism theory of criminality and rational choice perspectives
• Key focus areas include enhanced police powers and deterrence through swift justice
• Environmental and situational crime prevention are central strategies
• Impact extends across all criminal justice agencies, from police to probation services