Young people, in my experience, are not rational. Depending on the age of young people, most do not have the cognitive faculties to make a rational decision. Berraria and Betham's theory that punishment is intended to deter crime and set an example, so that others do not commit the same crime, does not work with all juveniles. (Bartollas, 2014, p.51). Many minors believe that the punishment, caught, does not exceed the benefit of the act. There is a primitive compulsion to push boundaries. However, not all young people receive the same education, role models or leadership in their lives. “Many see themselves as offenders who recognize opportunity and engage in events that lead to the presentation of opportunities to break the law. These people are more likely to be in a situation where it makes sense to consider whether the opportunity is worth pursuing.” (Schneider,