The primary focus is the end result (e.g., stealing money, gaining power) rather than the act of violence itself.
The crime is the goal. It serves to vent frustration, rage, or jealousy (e.g., a bar fight). Instrumental criminal
Committing murder for a fee rather than personal animosity. The primary focus is the end result (e
Understanding these motivations helps law enforcement and psychologists develop different strategies for prevention and rehabilitation, as instrumental offenders may be more easily deterred by "increasing the cost" of the crime (e.g., better security or harsher penalties). or jealousy (e.g.
The crime is a means to an end . It is a way to solve a problem or acquire a resource.
