Criminology

Criminal Minds Assignment—Harpe Brothers Be sure each section is clearly delineated and covered in a 3-5 page body paper, double spaced, Use the Headings provided – if you can’t find something, record as “unable to find” or guess as to what the answer may be (and say you are guessing). References and citations in APA 7 format. What characteristics of a serial Killer do you see in your criminal?  ( Antisocial behavior, Arson, Torturing small animals, Poor family life, Childhood Abuse, Substance abuse, Voyeurism, Intelligence [hi or low], Shiftlessness). Where could health care personnel/teachers have intervened in this child’s life to prevent this tragedy? 1. Identify and present significance of:      A.  childhood (2pts)     B.   Late-adolescence (2)     C.   Early 20’s (2)     D.  Family Influence (2) 2.Diagnosis/treatment (Meds if prescribed) (2) 3. Substance Abuse/alcohol involved? (2) 4. The infamous Act/Traumatic event/Crime (2) 5. Incarceration (2) 6. Death or current circumstances (2) 7. How are all the above events tired together? (2) 8. How do the effects of an underlying (often untreated) Mental Illness contribute to a Human Being’s demise? (2) 9. What characteristics of a serial Killer do you see in your criminal?  ( Antisocial behavior, Arson, Torturing small animals, Poor family life, Childhood Abuse, Substance abuse, Voyeurism, Intelligence [hi or low], Shiftlessness). Where could health care personnel/teachers have intervened in this child’s life to prevent this tragedy?   (4) Here’s what I’ve found so far. . . Harpe Brothers: America’s first true “serial killers” were murderers, highwaymen, river pirates. “Bloody Harpes” went on a 9 month killing spree and are responsible for the murders of no less than 40 men, women, and children Childhood: Micajah “Big” Harpe born in 1748 and Wiley “Little” Harpe born in 1750, William and Joshua Harper born in Orange County, North Carolina, the brothers were actually first cousins named Joshua and William Harper, their fathers were brothers Late adolescent/early twenties: at the outbreak of the American Revolution they joined a Tory rape gang in North Carolina and took part in kidnapping 3 teenage girls, served as Tory militia, kidnapped Maria Davidson and Susan Wood and made them their women, Family influence: their fathers, Scottish immigrants, John and William Haper both involved in the War of the Regulation. The fathers then tried to join the Patriot American forces but were denied because of their earlier association with British loyalists. The treatment of hostile Patriot neighbors may have contributed to Big and Little Harpe’s desire for revenge Diagnosis/treatment None that I could find Substance abuse/alcohol Infamous act/traumatic event/crime: motivated more by blood than financial gain, they butchered anyone at the slightest provocation, even babies, Micajah Harpe bashed his infant daughters head against a tree because of her constant crying which annoyed him—this was the only crime he confessed to with genuine remorse. accused of murdering a man named Johnson whose body was found in a river, covered in urine, and with his chest ripped open and weighted with stones—this became the regular corpse disposal method and their signature characteristic. Their killing sprees included slashing throats (including a baby’s throat for crying), heads axed off, disemboweled, Incarceration Death: Micajah “Big” Harpe killed in Kentucky in 1799, decapitated and stuck his head on a pole at the crossroads known as “Harpe’s Head” or Harpe’s Head Road in Kentucky, Wiley “Little” Harpe was executed and head cut off and placed on a stake in 2/8/1804 References Harpe brothers. (n.d.). https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/harpe-brothers.htm

Please choose and respond to ONE of the following questions. • TOPIC 1 Police and Policing  Question: Is the increasing pluralisation of policing a positive element of the Australian CJS – is more actually better? In your response, you are advised to examine whether the community needs more police and/or more varied forms of policing and what this means for crime, the CJS and the community. Your discussion should consider: • The nature and extent of the pluralisation of policing in Australia • Benefits and/or limitations of pluralisation • Possible issues with ensuring accountability, due process and the provision of justice. Your response must be supported with reference to academic and other reputable research regarding police and policing, key issues and recent developments in Victoria and/or Australia.• TOPIC 2 Imprisonment  Question: Prison is ineffective because most people come out worse than they went in. Critically discuss and respond to this statement in the Australian context.  In responding to this topic, you should consider: • What does imprisonment achieve that other modes of punishment do not? • What would be the consequences of abolishing the prison system? • Are there better alternatives? Your response must be supported with reference to academic and other reputable research regarding the viability of the prison system, the role of and need for prisons as a form of punishment. Your response should focus upon Victoria, but your discussion may extend to other jurisdictions within Australia.• TOPIC 3 Innovative forms of Justice and Community Corrections Question: If not prison, then what? Australia’s criminal justice resources/efforts should be focused on other innovative justice methods and ‘what works’ to reduce recidivism. Critically discuss. In your response, you are advised to discuss this statement with reference to innovative forms of justice, community corrections and/or crime prevention initiatives. Your paper must be supported with reference to academic and other reputable research. In responding to this topic, you should consider: • The evidence/support for the innovative form(s) you choose (i.e. do they ‘work’?). • What would be the implications for how we ‘do justice’ in Victoria and/or Australia? • What social/political/cultural (or other) factors would have to change to enable the use of innovative forms of justice? Your response should focus on Victoria, but may extend to practices in other jurisdictions in Australia. Reference to overseas’ examples is permitted, though the focus must be on how it affects the Australian CJS.• TOPIC 4 The Criminal Trial Process Question: The due process right of ‘trial by jury’ is no longer a relevant principle within the Australian CJS so should be discarded. Critically discuss and respond to this statement. In your response, you should consider: • The value of jury trials in the modern age. We know jurors can be influenced by, for example, social media, general media discourse, crime dramas and unrealistic expectations derived from the ‘CSI Effect’. • Whether it is still possible for juries to be objective and unbiased in their deliberations; and • Whether specific changes are now required to address issues with jury decision-making. Your response must be supported with reference to academic and other reputable research, and should focus upon Victoria, but your discussion may extend to other jurisdictions within Australia.

– Then please post a well-researched and SUBSTANTIVE main response to the two questions below (minimum 300 words) for each of the 2 questions)  – Your main post must be supported (cite at least one source) using APA (1) in-text citations and (2) list of references. –  Remember you can borrow ideas or information from any place but must (a) summarize the information in your own words, and (b) cite your sources. None of our discussion questions can be answered in only one PARAGRAPH – each major thought or idea should ideally be discussed in a separate paragraph. Be sure to cover all parts of each question. Post as ONE file and please repeat each question and then write your response under it.  You must space out your work so it is clear which part of the question you are answering at any point!   Please respond to each of the following TWO QUESTIONS using at least 300 words per question. Write the number of WORDS used ONCE at the end of each of your two responses (two numbers only).    Question #1: 1. The criminal justice process from a legal perspective may be divided into three stages. In your own words, please summarize these major stages – procedure before trial, during trial, and after trial. Provide examples please. “WHAT IS A COMPLAINT”?   Question #2: 2. What is jury nullification? Give examples. Are you for or against it? Why or why not? What do you understand by “Nolo Contendere Plea”? What is the effect of this plea? Distinguish between a grand jury and a trial jury. What is “a hung jury”? DISTINGUISH BETWEEN AN “INDICTMENT” AND AN “INFORMATION.”

This is a critique of a chapter from Donald Black’s “The Behavior Of Law;” 2010. You are to identify and assess the issues/problems while analyzing the author’s viewpoint.   You will find more information on the uploaded page that says: “Week 8 Book Critique Assignment” There must be 4 references. 

FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT: Cover page, Title of your work; Abstract & Statement of the problem. This is to be 3-4 pages long not including the cover page. TOPIC: Police Use of Force: Necessity or Abuse? Please be mindful again this is only an abstract in this 3-4 pages. If you have a better topic related to criminal justice in mind feel free to let me know! FORMAT: Cover page, Abstract (page 2), Statement of problem (pages 3-4).

1. Think of an example of how behavior is shaped by the environment. Discuss the different examples and the question which environmental forces may lead to crime. 2. Media Tool Watch the video “Testosterone and Crime” at ForaTV discusses evolutionary biologist Steve Jones’ notes that genes responsible for circulating testosterone in men are also to blame for most violent and criminal behavior. Summarize the information from the video. Discussion: Assume that there is a relationship between testosterone and crime. Also assume that young males have high amounts of testosterone. Should they be monitored closely? What may be the positive and negative consequences of closer monitoring?  3. Debate whether nature or nurture is more responsible for criminal behavior. 4. Read about the middle-class enclave of Chatman on page 148 in the textbook. Discuss the concept of collective efficacy and how it relates to social disorganization and crime. Why can some neighborhoods remain stable while others cannot.

A 500-word paper that analyzes the traditions of drug taking in the United States while examining the patterns of drug use in the country.

A 500-word paper that examines the link between drug abuse, mental illness and criminal behavior.

There are many different theories regarding the reasons that people become addicted to drugs and engage in substance abuse. Different theories may emphasize the biological, social, or psychological aspects of substance abuse. You are asked to compare two different theories of drug dependence. Some examples of these theories are the disease model, physical dependence model, and positive reinforcement model. You may also research other theories that address the question of why certain people become addicted to licit or illicit drugs. Choose two of the theories of addiction and write a report that covers the following information: A brief explanation of each theory An evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of each theory An identification of specific drug-addiction treatment approaches that are compatible with each theory Use the Internet and Library databases in your research.

select and discuss two juvenile cases, the crimes committed, and the various criminal justice theories that may help explain the crime. Have the juvenile courts and juvenile corrections been adequate in the prosecution and punishment of minor persons accused and/or convicted of these crimes? Do you feel that legislation needs to be changed to influence either the punishment or rehabilitation of suspects accused of these crimes? Do you feel the victims or their families would support the legislation changes you are proposing? Why or why not? Do you feel that this legislature targets one group more than others (i.e. gang populations, lower socio-economic status populations, etc.)? Be sure to apply fundamental concepts of the administration of the justice process in your reflection. Your paper must be formatted in the following manner: