Choose two of the information technologies [GPS and 3D tech for crash] , [Civic apps for crime fighting], [social media], [real time crime centers], [crime mapping], [body cams]discussed in this chapter lkand discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each in helping law enforcement, including any moral or ethical considerations. How is the application of these […]

Choose one (1) of the multiple justifications and discuss with the class why you believe that specific justification is problematic or not really the best justification to punish a criminal. First, begin by presenting the actual term and the definition provided in the literature.  Then, using the book and the lecture, make certain to find […]

With the recent spate of police shootings in the United States, there has been an uproar regarding police discrimination against the black community. Technology has played a large role in these events, making the job of a police officer even more challenging. This same technology has the opportunity to improve policing policies across the country, […]

Two often critical elements in case solution and closure depend on witness identification and / or witness and suspect interviews. Research and develop a Focus Paper that addresses a Case Study on a Focused Topic Area. Select and review either identification processes or suspect interviews / interrogations using a student-selected case to study and the […]

Research the number of offenders who are currently on parole in the United States to determine if recidivism rates have actually declined or risen. Discuss in detail the statistics, including a detailed examination of the breakdown of those statistics. Finally, analyze parole in the United States and determine whether it is working or not working. […]

Research a police department in the United States that has created a program specifically designed to uncover and prevent youth violence in their respective community. Explain in detail the various components of the program and whether or not is has been successful. What ideas can you offer that might enhance the program? 

Refer to page 123 of your textbook, questions 6 and 7 under "Assignments and Practical Applications." select one of the cases listed (list provided below as well) and provide a case brief in your own words.  (Refer back to chapter 1 for instructions on how to brief a case.) 1. Roberts v. Am. Employers Ins. Co. 2. Taran v. State […]

Prior to his death in May 2011, Osama bin Laden designed al-Qaeda to symbolize the globalization of terrorism in the twenty-first century. The network is perceived by many to represent a quintessential model for small groups of like-minded revolutionaries who wish to wage transnational insurgencies against strong adversaries. Although al-Qaeda certainly exists as a loose […]

Prepare an evaluation proposal (including anticipated results) for a criminal justice policy or program in your area of interest. The evaluation will be focused on the Domestic Violence Create a 2- to 3-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation with detailed speaker notes. Use complete sentences, with correct grammar and punctuation, to fully explain each slide as if you were giving an […]

Numerous constitutional issues arise as new technologies become public or are used by law enforcement. Fourth Amendment issues of search and seizure frequently manifest with new communications technologies. First, think about the three videos in the Rule of Law and Policing resources section, which are related to this discussion. Consider one of these videos and […]