Core Concepts and Principles Flashcards

Which CPTED strategy uses fences, signage, and pavement treatments to show that an area belongs to someone?

Answer: Territorial reinforcement

Territorial reinforcement creates a sense of ownership that discourages intruders.

Trimming hedges to under 3 feet and raising tree canopies to about 6-8 feet primarily supports which CPTED principle?

Answer: Natural surveillance

Clear sightlines let legitimate users observe activity, increasing the perceived risk to offenders.

Guiding pedestrians toward a single main entrance using walkways and landscaping is an example of what?

Answer: Natural access control

Natural access control uses design elements to channel people without relying on guards or locks.

Which concept says that broken windows and graffiti left unrepaired signal neglect and invite more crime?

Answer: Broken windows theory

Broken windows theory links visible disorder to increased crime, supporting CPTED's maintenance strategy.

Routine activity theory holds that crime occurs when which three elements converge?

Answer: Motivated offender, suitable target, absence of a capable guardian

Routine activity theory explains crime as the convergence of an offender, a target, and the lack of a guardian.

After a store adds strong anti-theft measures, shoplifting rises at a neighboring store. This is called:

Answer: Crime displacement

Displacement occurs when crime shifts to another location, time, or target rather than being eliminated.

Which is the BEST example of target hardening?

Answer: Installing high-security locks and reinforced doors

Target hardening physically makes a target more difficult to attack or access.