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The concept of an "already established" criminality theory that maps exclusively to the three components you described (motive, expectation, and procedure) does not appear to correspond to a single, unified criminological framework. Criminological theories typically address these elements separately rather than as a structured origin-destination pathway. However, these components are foundational to several established schools of thought, and you might find parallels in the following areas:
* **Origin/Source (Motive)** is traditionally explained by **Strain Theory** (Robert Merton) and **General Strain Theory** (Robert Agnew), which locate the source of crime in the gap between societal goals and the legitimate means to achieve them, or in the pressure from negative emotions like anger and frustration .
* **Destination (Expectation)** corresponds to **Rational Choice Theory**, which assumes offenders are rational actors who weigh the expected costs and benefits (rewards and risks) of a crime before acting . This fits your "destination" or outcome component, as the *expected* outcome is a key driver.
* **Ways/Procedure (SOP)** aligns with **Routine Activity Theory** (Cohen & Felson) and **Crime Pattern Theory**, which focus on the "how"—the convergence in time and space of a motivated offender, a suitable target, and the absence of a capable guardian . This is often the "modus operandi" or the situational procedure.
There is also **Subcultural Theory**, which connects all three: it suggests that certain groups develop a *subculture* with its own set of values, where the **motive** is status, the **expectation** is peer approval, and the **procedure** is learned through group interaction .
If this is for academic work, it may be helpful to review the original typology or source you are working from, as the specific origin-destination-procedure structure might represent a bespoke analytical framework rather than a named theory.
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