| 英文摘要 |
This study integrates low self-control theory, life course theory, social learning theory, and moral disengagement theory to examine risk factors associated with fraud recidivism and fraud-related composite offending. Drawing from a population of 5,880 incarcerated fraud offenders in Taiwan (2024), the researchers collected 435 valid responses via stratified convenience sampling. Binary logistic regression revealed that impulsivity and deviant values significantly predict both recidivism and composite offending, while job confidence correlates negatively, indicating that stable career prospects may reduce repeat offenses. Other key predictors include aggravated fraud offenses, divorce/separation/widowhood, and age of first offense. Notably, variables such as social learning and moral disengagement showed no statistical significance, possibly reflecting the covert and organized nature of fraud crimes. This research addresses a critical gap in Taiwan’s criminological literature, offering empirical insights into fraud offender trajectories. Policy implications include early intervention for first-time offenders, vocational support enhancement, family-based assistance, and risk-based tiered treatment systems—aimed at building a more holistic fraud prevention framework. |