Title: Protect Yourself From Crime
Headings: How to Protect Yourself Against Crime
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How to Protect Yourself Against Crime
Experts give advice on ways to fend off criminals -- and avoid danger in the first place.
Victims From All Walks of Life
Taking Charge of Your Safety

Content: O'Neil says that signals the would-be offender that you are in charge and aware that they are there. Understand that alcohol or drugs can cloud judgment. Certain substances can certainly dull your senses and slow down your reaction time to danger. They can also lower other people's inhibitions and make them more aggressive or belligerent. It is for this reason that Silber says certain places like bars and pubs may present some danger, particularly if they're crowded. He also says mutual drinking can increase chances of rape or sexual assault among people who know each other. How to Defend Yourself
Taking steps to prevent crime can help lower chances of an attack, but there are no guarantees of complete safety. For this reason, it's a good idea to have several plans on how to defend yourself and your property. "Think through what you will do," urges Robert McCrie, PhD, professor of security management at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. " Will you willingly give up your wallet or your purse, and if you're willing to do that, isn't it a good idea to make a photocopy of all my ID and credit cards and keep it in a safe place?