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Behavioral Economic Analysis of Crime: A Critical Review

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  • Nuno Garoupa, 2003. "Behavioral Economic Analysis of Crime: A Critical Review," European Journal of Law and Economics, Springer, vol. 15(1), pages 5-15, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:ejlwec:v:15:y:2003:i:1:p:5-15
    DOI: 10.1023/A:1021152523137
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