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Criminology, the study of crime and deviant behavior, has been around since the mid-18th century. Among other things, criminologists study the causation of crime and the personality of criminals; all over the world there are people looking into why people commit crimes, and which criminal behaviors are more common than others.
While there are many different theories as to why people commit crimes, overall, experts agree that there are multiple genetic and environmental factors to consider. Astrologists, meanwhile, will tell you that a person's tendency towards criminal behavior—including which crime they are most likely to commit—is determined by the stars.
Intrigued? Check out this gallery to find out which crime you are most likely to commit, according to your star sign.
On the right or wrong side of the law, the fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) love the limelight. They are likely to get involved in something high-profile, although non-violent.
The first sign of the zodiac, Aries is a bold and charismatic leader. With fire in their belly, however, Aries babies also have a tendency to be impulsive.
People born in Aries may be impulsive, but they are also fearless and adventurous, making them popular candidates to engage in crime for hire.
As far as zodiac signs go, Sagittarius has a stronger criminal element to it than many of the others. Of all the crimes, Sags are most likely to commit theft or robbery.
According to one article in The Sun, there was also a study that showed Sagittarians are the second most likely sign to become serial killers.
Known for their chameleon-like personalities, Geminis are masters of deception. Of all the crimes, they are most likely to get involved in something dishonest.
The most likely crimes for a Gemini to commit include theft and fraud. Just like Leos, they are unlikely to become involved in anything violent.
Also according to The Sun, Libras are more likely than any other sign to have a criminal record. They have a reputation for becoming involved in corruption.
A Libra's penchant for criminal activity does not end with corruption, however: people born in Libra are also thought to dabble in substance-related crime more than other signs.
Aquarians are the sign most likely to commit a revenge crime. They don't normally engage in violence though; instead they employ manipulation tactics to one-up their enemies.
In addition to conning people from time to time, Aquarians also tend to enjoy engaging in intellectually stimulating crimes, such as hacking.
With a reputation for being oversensitive, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) are the most likely to commit a rage or passion-fueled crime.
According to some sources, Cancers are the most dangerous criminals in the zodiac. They have a tendency towards violent crimes, and are the most often arrested.
Although Cancerians may have a poor track record when it comes to violence, research also suggests that very few serial killers, if any, were born in Cancer.
The ultimate attention-seeking sign, Leos will engage in just about anything, as long as people are watching. They'll often mingle with notorious criminals to ride the fame wave.
Leos may be willing to commit a crime to gain celebrity status, but it's unlikely that crime will be violent; violence is not really present in Leo's nature.
Famous for being exceptionally short-tempered and irritable, Scorpios are more likely than other signs to engage in crimes of passion.
Just like their fellow water sign Cancer, Scorpio unfortunately has a tendency towards the more violent crimes. A Scorpio with a criminal streak may verge on sadistic.
Just like Scorpio, Pisces has a reputation for having a fiery temper that can sometimes get out of control. Spontaneous and reckless criminal activity is their forte.
With a violent streak to rival Sagittarius, research suggests that Pisces is one of the most likely signs to become a serial killer.
The sign of the bull, Taurus is considered the most unpredictable sign. Endlessly temperamental, many consider Taurus to be one of the more dangerous signs of the zodiac.
Sources suggest that if a Taurus is to get involved in a crime, whatever that crime may be, they are more likely to act alone than as part of a ring.
Known for their impressive rigor and attention to detail, Virgos make very clever and organized criminals. These aren't your average opportunists.
Never one to love the limelight, Virgo is unlikely to get involved in any high-profile crime. Burglary or cybercrime is more their forte.
Also a very organized and meticulous sign, Capricorns are always on top of things, which allows them to be more versatile when pursuing a life of crime.
Caps are more likely than other signs to become involved in organized crime, but more often than not they don't like to get their hands dirty.
Sources: (Britannica) (The Sun)
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Criminology, the study of crime and deviant behavior, has been around since the mid-18th century. Among other things, criminologists study the causation of crime and the personality of criminals; all over the world there are people looking into why people commit crimes, and which criminal behaviors are more common than others.
While there are many different theories as to why people commit crimes, overall, experts agree that there are multiple genetic and environmental factors to consider. Astrologists, meanwhile, will tell you that a person's tendency towards criminal behavior—including which crime they are most likely to commit—is determined by the stars.
Intrigued? Check out this gallery to find out which crime you are most likely to commit, according to your star sign.