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The Economics of Crime: Main Problems and Some Solutions

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  • Erling Eide, 1997. "The Economics of Crime: Main Problems and Some Solutions," Nordic Journal of Political Economy, Nordic Journal of Political Economy, vol. 24, pages 65-77.
    • Handle: RePEc:noj:journl:v:24:y:1997:p:65-77
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