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Criminologist  

Definition of Occupation

The scientific study of the nature, extent, causes, and control of criminal behavior in both the individual and in society. Criminologists evaluate various biological, sociological, and psychological factors related to criminology, and provide theoretical explanations for criminal and delinquent behavior.