Which statement best describes Crime Prevention?

• A. The action of deterring criminals from victimizing the client, the client's assets, and customers
• B. Investigating crimes after they occur
• C. Replacing security staff only when necessary
• D. Ignoring minor incidents

Answer: (A)

Crime prevention means stopping criminal activity before it happens by reducing opportunities and risks for the offender. The statement that best describes this is deterring criminals from targeting the client, the client’s assets, and customers. It captures the preventive mindset—making it harder and less appealing for criminals to act—through visible presence, proper controls, and proactive safeguards that deter and deter future incidents.

Investigating crimes after they occur describes a response, not prevention. Replacing security staff only when necessary is about staffing decisions, not preventing crime. Ignoring minor incidents undermines safety and can lead to bigger problems down the line.