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Biological Trait Theory

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Trait Theory:
Biological Trait theory categorizes people on the basis of their skin color, ethnicity, gender, and their body built.
In this case, Mr Obkuku is a built black male, a mesomorph.
Well known stereotype that people with darker skin tend to commit more crimes; especially trafficking narcotics and theft.
Since Mr Obkuku is a known drug dealer, the officers assumed that he is carrying drugs on him with the intention to sell.
Caused the officers to be more aggressive toward him since they wanted to do everything in their power to arrest him.
Choice Theory:
Crimes such as selling drugs can be seen as a rational choice.
In the case, the police officers believed that Mr. Obkuku was selling drugs because of a rational choice.
They arrested

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