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This document discusses biocriminology. It summarizes the theories of Lombroso, Hooton, Kretschmer, and Sheldon regarding the relationship between biological factors and criminality. Lombroso proposed that criminals had atavistic characteristics and were "born criminals." Hooton argued that criminals were organically inferior. Kretschmer and Sheldon developed theories about different biotypes and their inclination towards criminality. Organic alterations are also discussed.

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