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Visible crime refers to crimes that are committed in public and are easily observed by others. These crimes are also known as street crimes and include offenses such as theft, assault, and vandalism.
For example, if someone steals a purse from a person walking down the street, it is considered a visible crime because it is easily observed by others in the area.
Visible crimes are often prosecuted more aggressively than other types of crimes because they can cause fear and unrest in the community. Police officers are often on the lookout for visible crimes and work to prevent them from happening.