IntroductionSeveral contributing factors can be considered as reasons for crime. Depending on the circumstances, it can sometimes be very difficult to resist the temptation to commit a crime. It's even more difficult when you come from a place where crime is considered a normal part of society and considered a daily way of life that is supposed to be integrated into the daily way of life, hence the city we We're not too far away. : Fresno. In fact, having a nearby city or group of cities where violence, crime, and gangs are abundant prompted me to explore this issue further. The question can now be asked: how high is crime in areas where poverty is present? It is true that this question is not easy to answer since crime occurs for many different reasons and sometimes location is not the problem. The origin of crime dates back to the beginning of man, and the fact is that it will never be stopped, because it is almost part of human nature these days. But for now, we need to study how crime and poverty relate to each other, and what other factors help influence the effect of crime where poverty is relevant. In the United States, specific regions have been overwhelmed by the infestation of crime and violence and it seems to reach its peak in areas where poverty is high. Therefore, in this essay, I will examine the connection between poverty and crime and attempt to prove the relationships between the two. The link between poverty and crime is not a new debate. In fact, this has been an extremely controversial topic over the years. Some arguments have been made that poverty has no direct link to crime in countries where poverty is very high, but ...... middle of document ......sis, which could invalidate all results. With any research project, limitations will be present. It is important to try to eliminate some of these causes in order to carry out a thorough and accurate study. In future projects, this study could explore the issue further in different ways. Perhaps using a larger sample size would provide accurate results. A larger sample helps reduce and equalize possible errors caused by those who do not answer honestly. Additionally, keeping surveys primarily anonymous would allow for more truthful and accurate responses from participants. Participants may fear judgment during open or telephone interviews, which could affect responses. In order to obtain as accurate results as possible, a future study will need to find ways to interview participants in a confidential and comfortable manner...