Criminal Law

You will submit one research paper during this course. Paper will consist of the analysis of criminal justice theory OR criminal justice policy and it is your choice on the topic (it could be on Drugs, Incarceration, Juvenile, Police and Policing, CJ in general, and more). Paper topics MUST be based on class discussed issues […]

Write a 6 page double spaced paper APA on the provided templet (not including the title page, abstract and reference page). The topic for the assignment is: Cyber Threat Intelligence in the United States (use this for the title). The paper must be written in a conservative pro intelligence community prospective. The paper must incorporate […]

Below are two questions that should be answered in a MINIMUM of five sentences/full paragraph -Many crime scenes will have a DVR (digital video recorder) present with surveillance video that depicts the crime that occurred. Knowing how to download these files is important. There are many different DVRs on the market and many different file […]

You are required to provide a thread in response to the provided topic. Thread is to be a minimum of 250 words, cite at least 2 academic sources, and demonstrate course-related knowledge. Acceptable sources include the textbook, peer-reviewed journal articles, government sources/websites, and professional association websites. In addition to academic support, you must apply a […]

Assess cross-cultural communication as an essential element of professionalism in criminal justice fields. • Choose one scenario or case study that demonstrates the effect race, gender, culture, or sexual orientation has on interactions with police officers. ? You can find scenarios in your readings or online. ? Examples include: Rodney King, Brandon Teena, Trayvon Martin, […]

Discuss the historical problems associated with developing the professional police model. Look back at the history and give specific examples to include the political era, reform era, and the community era. Describe issues that affected and continue to effect the professional police model.

What is the exclusionary rule and why does it exist? Discuss the evolution of the exclusionary rule and its subsequent curtailments (exceptions). Your assignments should be in essay format (introduction, body, and conclusion). If you use resources, you must cite your sources both in text and on a reference page using APA format. How will your essay be graded? Content – Answer each question directly and explain. It is always okay to use examples to clarify your point. Your response should be in essay format (introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Although you are not required to use sources, if you quote or paraphrase a resource, both in-text citations and a reference page is required. Citation and reference page should follow APA guidelines. Grammar, spelling, and punctuation should reflect senior level work. If you meet the requirements of the assignment, your work is average and will be graded as such (Average = C). If you are looking for an exceptional grade on the assignment, you will need to submit exceptional work. That means that you go above and beyond the minimum requirements of the assignment.

Do you believe that the current prison and jail systems are adequate? Is the current system meeting the needs of the inmates and society? Explain why you believe the system is adequate or inadequate to meet the various interests. Use specific cases to support your position. The question is purposefully vague, before you can respond to the issue of adequacy; you must first describe the roles of the prisons and jails as you see it. Be sure to state if you are discussing jails or prisons. When asked, you need to provide a specific example and cite the source. Do not use personal cases as examples.

Identify and discuss the five periods of juvenile justice history and which period you think was the most influential to the evolution of the juvenile justice system.

Week 1 Individual Project Consider the following scenario: A defendant is put on probation. The defendant then violates probation, or commits another violation while on probation. Provide a detailed account of each step of the legal process in this scenario. What considerations must be made, and what aspects of the legal system are involved? Key Assignment for This Course Based on the profile of a (hypothetical) defendant and the stipulations of the state in which you currently reside, create an Evaluative Needs Summary presentation to members of a community corrections board, civic leaders, and concerned citizens. The Evaluative Needs Summary will include the following: A complete profile of the defendant Analysis and discussion of recommended probation plan (general points to consider; diversion programs) Description of how the probation program will be measured as it relates to recidivism and public safety Conclusions and recommendations References