IntroductionThrough the analysis of the works of Jurgen Habermas, the following statement intends to provide an understanding of his arguments around theories of crisis tendency. Jurgen presents the traditional Marxist notion of crisis tendencies as outdated and somewhat more relevant in a capitalist society (Heath, J, 2011). Jurgen Habermas examines the obstacles to development within contemporary Western societies, which he believes are caused by crisis-related tensions. Using concepts from his work, this article analyzes the legitimation problems facing modern states. Additionally, the essay focuses specifically on defining the notion of “legitimation crisis” using examples and contextualizing its broader use and meaning. Finally, it will identify crimes and policies that have been affected by legitimation crisis trends. Define legitimation crisis trends and their role within society. Social science research helps us understand why certain structures exist in society and what the ramifications of those structures are. Theories are presented to facilitate analyzes of our systems and policies that often result in reforms. Sociologist Jurgen Habermas presented a series of theories on crisis tendencies. This essay will focus specifically on his theory of legitimation crisis tendencies. The concept of “legitimation” is a central tenet of Habermas’s crisis theory. It can be argued that Habermas' use of the term is similar to that presented by the famous social theorist Talcott Parsons in his early work (Smit, 2007). However, Habermas' original concepts offer a different insight into how we view the role of the state. The role of the state is vital in advanced capitalism...... middle of article......s.com/ip/journal/v44/n2/full/8800182a.html].Thome, H, 'Explaining Long-Term Trends in Violent Crime,' pp. 69-86. Works Cited: Craib, I, 1992, “Modern Social Theory: From Parsons to Habermas” (second edition). New York ; London: Harvester Wheatshe.Ogundiya, S, 2009, “The Cycle of Legitimacy Crisis in Nigeria:A Theoretical Exploration”, Usman Danfodiyo University, Nigeria: Sokoto, accessed May 12, 2012, [http://www.krepublishers.com/ 02-Journals/JSS/JSS-20-0-000-09-Web/JSS-20-2-000-09-Abst-PDF/JSS-20-02-129-09-759-Ogundiya-IS/JSS- 20-02-129-09-759-Ogundiya-IS-Tt.pdf].Parsons, T, 1939, “The professions and social structure”, Social Forces, volume 17, pp. 457-467. Smit, C, 1999, “The Moral Purpose of the State”, Princeton: Princeton University Press. Weber, M, 1957, “The Theory of Social and Economic Organization”, New York: Free Press.