For this assignment, students should choose two theories of delinquency to compare and contrast ( Social Learning Theory and Strain Theory). Identify the similar elements of the theories as well as the different elements of the theories. Next, explain the implications of each...
For this discussion, you will choose two real criminal justice press briefings to watch, critique, and compare. You may use the suggested briefings and pairings provided in the module, or you may choose your own examples. Before completing your post, review the...
Think about how controversial political issues are debated not only in Congress, courts, newspapers, or academic writing, but also inside families, on podcasts, and across social media platforms. The video centers on a family that uses a podcast format to debate divisive politics across generational and...
1. Chapter 7 of your textbook describes legal training for lawyers and judges as being either unified or specialized. For example, in the United States, law school graduates may practice any type of law without additional training, whereas law graduates in many European countries must...
Patient dumping or turfing is a systemic problem in our healthcare system. Usually associated with hospitals or providers refusing to treat certain patients, this frequently results from inadequate insurance, complex diseases and diagnoses, complex mental health issues without bed space, or inadequate social safety nets...
For this assignment, you are continuing in the hypothetical role of a crime analyst, working with colleagues and other researchers. As discussed in the interactive media, your supervisors have asked you to present ideas on how portions of the funding recently received by the department...
Facts of the Case: In 1977, fourteen-year-old Gregory Martin was arrested for first-degree robbery, second- degree assault, and criminal possession of a weapon. While detained, Martin lied to the police about his address. He was held overnight. At his initial appearance in court, the prosecution cited...
In this assignment, you will reflect on the importance of using data and research to inform potential solutions to a problem in criminal justice. Prompt In this module, you have learned about analyzing data and research to inform potential solutions. How are potential solutions derived, and why...
CJ 485 Module Four Journal Guidelines and Rubric Overview In this assignment, you will reflect on legal and ethical considerations of a solution to a criminal justice problem by looking at the example of video analytics in closed-circuit television (CCTV). This will help you understand how to...
Problem-solving and critical thinking in the criminal justice field is about more than just solving crimes. As society evolves, criminal justice policies and procedures must also change to address society’s needs. In every criminal justice subdomain (i.e., law enforcement, courts, corrections), criminal justice professionals are...