I agree with GracieGirl regarding stiffer penalties for crimes committed. I lived in a bedroom community amongst one of the largest crime filled small cities, and the largest crime reported was for barking dogs. There was a robbery at the local McDonalds, and that criminal received the maximum penalty by law for his crime. The mayor wanted to send a message to criminals that she wouldn't tolerate criminal activity in her town. They got the message loud and clear.
On another note, we don't have key deadbolt locks on our doors, and the doors are not strong enough to keep criminals out- in my opinion. Change all the locks on doors to a more secure lock. Add security systems. Make it harder for the perpetrator. Neighborhood watch groups are good too.
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