Category: Criminal justice

Research Penny Harrington Write a paragraph with more details of her background, including where she came from, her notable achievements, and how she attained those milestones. In a second paragraph, explain why you chose to spotlight this particular woman. Does her accomplishment hold any personal meaning or significance to your life? Alternatively, have you found inspiration in her journey? If so, in what ways has she inspired you?

Provide an example of an ACTIVE SHOOTER INCIDENT.
Explain, if any, the difference(s) between a FEMALE POLICE OFFICER response to it from a MALE POLICE OFFICER.
Regardless of differences between the Genders in response to the incident, provide a reasonable response by a Police Officer to the Incident, when answering the Assignment.

CJUS 610
Research Paper: Narcissistic Leadership Assignment Instructions
Overview
Some say that narcissistic leaders and narcissistic leadership, albeit annoying to subordinates, gets the work of the organization done. Others say that the damage done by narcissistic leaders and leadership creates an unethical environment that is virtually irreparable. Here are some things to consider. What is narcissistic leadership? What are a narcissistic leader’s traits? What are the organizational benefits and pitfalls of a narcissistic leader? Study covenant leadership. What is covenant leadership? What are the traits of a covenant leader? 
Instructions
For this research paper, compare and contrast the traits of a narcissistic leader with that of a covenant leader. 
• What is the organizational impact of a narcissistic leader and a covenant leader? 
o Imagine that you were a recently appointed chief of police in a large local police organization where the former police chief was not only a narcissistic leaderbut also promulgated narcissistic leadership qualities throughout all levels of leadership within the department.
• Develop a change plan in order to develop your organization with covenant leadership principles. 
o Specifically, how would you do this in a police organization? Detail changes in the organization’s mission, small changes you may make, large changes you may make, and the potential pitfalls and successes you may realize.
Write a research paper on this subject that is not less than 8–10 pages in current APA format. The page count does not include the title page, abstract, reference section, or any extra material. In order to incorporate a solid Christian worldview, you mustuse 10–15 sources with at least 1 source being the Holy Bible.
Acceptable sources include course textbooks and scholarly articles published within the last five years from the Jerry Falwell Library. 
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

Exploring Parental Liability in Juvenile Crime
Instructions:
Research and familiarize yourself with the concept of parental liability in cases where juveniles commit crimes.
Reflect on the ethical, legal, and practical implications of holding parents accountable for their children’s criminal behavior.
Formulate your position on parental liability in juvenile crime, considering various perspectives and factors.
Write a persuasive essay presenting your argument on whether parents should be held liable for the actions of their juvenile children who commit crimes.
Support your position with evidence, examples, and logical reasoning.
Aim to present a well-structured and coherent essay that engages critically with the complexities of parental liability in the context of juvenile justice.
Essay Prompt: In recent years, there has been increasing debate surrounding the issue of parental liability when juveniles commit crimes. Some argue that parents should bear responsibility for their children’s actions and be held accountable for any harm caused, while others believe that such liability is unjust and ineffective in addressing the root causes of juvenile delinquency. In your essay, take a stance on the matter and present a persuasive argument supporting your position.
Guiding Questions:
What is parental liability in the context of juvenile crime, and what are the primary arguments for and against holding parents accountable?
How does parental involvement (or lack thereof) contribute to juvenile delinquency, and what role should parents play in preventing and addressing their children’s criminal behavior?
What are the potential consequences, both positive and negative, of imposing liability on parents for their children’s actions?
Are there alternative approaches or interventions that may be more effective in reducing juvenile delinquency and promoting accountability?
Based on your analysis and research, what is your position on parental liability in juvenile crime, and what factors influenced your decision?

A murder investigation is a science but not perfect. There are instances of investigative failure both on the part of law enforcement and forensics. For this paper, you are going to analyze a real-life criminal investigation and answer the questions below. Your paper must include material from the textbook but also must include at least three peer-reviewed sources. You can use non-peer-reviewed sources in addition to your required sources. The paper must be a minimum of 1400 words not including the title or citation pages. Must use APA for citation.
Your paper must analyze one real-life case. You cannot use any of the three cases below because examples using these cases will be provided to you for review.
The “West Memphis Three”
The Murder of Jon Benet Ramsey
The “Atlanta Child Murders” from 1979-1981
Use must address the three major sections below and answer the correlating questions
Case Summary
What happened in this case? What were some of the key elements that caused the investigative failure?
Analysis 
Analyze the errors of the case. What techniques were or were not used? Correctly or incorrectly?
Impact 
What was the impact of the error on this case? So, do you think that something was missed? What was the final outcome of the case? Compare to other cases.
APA requirements
No Abstract is required for this paper, a Title Page is required.
The paper must be typed & numbered.
The paper must be 1400 words not including the title or citation page.
The paper should adhere to A.P.A format.
Do not use secondary citations (i.e., a citation that was in one of your readings, but you never actually read the original research). Do not cite by summarizing one reading, then another, then another, etc.  Instead, you need to integrate the citations into your essay.
This is a scholarly paper.  Avoid using “I” (or other pronouns).
The paper must include a title.
The paper must include an introduction paragraph that should grab the reader’s attention and state the thesis of the paper.
Ex.  The purpose of this paper is to ….
The paper must include supporting paragraphs.
Do not use long quotes.
Break up paragraphs so that one paragraph does not go on for a whole page.
**Be sure to cite authors in your paragraphs.
The paper must include a conclusion paragraph.
Ex.  In conclusion, this paper presented….

Make sure it’s all in your own words and talk about an actual rape or voilence in prison situation with quotations 

Write about cyber crime and write an opinion piece as to why this type of crime might just be more dangerous to society than traditional blue collar crime.  Your opinion piece must be at least 1,000 words using double-spaced pages of 12 pitch Arial with one-inch margins throughout. If you cite, please use either the APA or MLA formats.

Please answer the following questions using assigned material only (NO outside sources):
1) (9 Points). A) Using the readings for this week, summarize the concepts of utility, retribution, and the “mixed” theories of sentencing. (Moore is a good source here and should be used but refer and cite to the other readings as well). B) Which theory or mixed theory do you think is used in the United States today, and why? (Anchor your answer in the readings). C) In your view, which punishment theory, or mixed theory, is more persuasive and why? In other words, what punishment theory should be underlying our criminal justice sentencing philosophy, and why? 2) (7 Points). A) What were the main themes from Beccaria (in attached chapters, pgs. 49-50, 74 and 81) and Bentham (pgs. 455-456) concerning BOTH proportion and prevention in sentencing? (Discuss each in turn using the assigned readings). B) Do sentencing practices like “3 strikes” and mandatory minimum sentences fit with these theories, and why or why or not? C) Do “3 strikes” and mandatory minimum sentences fit your preferred theory in Q1C, and why or why not? 3) (6 Points). A) What are the basic facts in the case of Lockyer v. Andrade? (Attached to this module). B) Outline the positions of the majority (Justice O’Connor) and the dissent (Justice Souter). C) Do you agree with the majority (Justice O’Connor) or the dissent (Justice Souter), and why? (Use the punishment theories to justify your answer). 4) (8 Points). In Roper v. Simmons the Supreme Court discusses punishment theories and the death penalty in the context of juveniles, especially at pages 11-12. A) What were the main arguments made by the court to justify its decision? B) How would the punishment theories of utility and retribution (and mixed theories) apply to the death penalty in general, and would it be justified under any or all of those theories? Why or why not? (Please consider each one and cite to the readings where appropriate). C) In your view, should the United States have a death penalty, and why or why not? (I know this is a complex question, but what do you think?) How does this square with your answer to Q1C above? Each discussion paper should be approximately 5-6 pages in length, excluding cover page. Headings and inserted questions with spaces do not count for this purpose. Those exceeding 6 pages will not be penalized. No abstract or running heads are required for this paper. Material to support your answers should be cited in-text with page number, and in the reference section using correct APA style. (Use only assigned materials for these papers – no outside sources). Papers should be written with a coherent structure and proper grammar and spelling. They should be double spaced, using 12-point Times New Roman Font with one-inch margins all around.

For your course paper, you will write a five to seven-page paper on any major topic covered in this course (i.e., ineffective assistance of counsel, prosecutorial misconduct, false informant testimony, CSI effect, etc.
Papers should be typed and double-spaced, with 12-point font and 1-inch margins. Please spell-check and proofread your papers thoroughly. Use the outline delineated below to organize your paper.  In every section of your paper, your ideas should be substantiated with quoted information from the course readings or outside sources.
I.  Assignment Objective
The objective of this assignment is to deepen your understanding of miscarriage of justice by examining one particular topic, such as prosecutorial conduct, in its various forms, its implications for the criminal justice system, and the strategies for addressing and preventing it.
II.  Assignment Details
A.  Begin by conducting thorough research on the topic.  Utilize reputable sources, including news articles, academic journals, news reports, and class materials to gather information.  
B.  Identify and familiarize yourself with different aspects of your topic.  For example, if you choose prosecutorial misconduct, you would consider sub-issues such as withholding exculpatory evidence; making improper statements to the jury; engaging in discriminatory practices during jury selection; offering inducements to witnesses; committing Brady violations (failure to disclose favorable evidence to the defense); and the integrity of the criminal justice system.
C.  Reflect on the ethical implications of your topic.  Consider how it undermines the principles of fairness, justice, and the presumption of innocence.  Examine the consequences, including wrongful convictions, erosion of public trust, and the perpetuation of systemic inequalities.
D. Explore potential solutions and preventive measures to address the problem.  
E.  Write a conclusion.  You should summarize the key points of your paper and provide a succinct but impactful closing statement. 

Select five of these principles you feel are still important for today’s police officers.
Under the five principles you select, tell me why they are still relevant for officers to follow to maintain trust with the community (at least 100 words per principle).
9 Policing Principles
To prevent crime and disorder, as an alternative to their repression by military force and severity of legal punishment.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To recognize always that the power of the police to fulfill their functions and duties is dependent on public approval of their existence, actions and behavior, and on their ability to secure and maintain public respect.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To recognize always that to secure and maintain the respect and approval of the public means also the securing of the willing cooperation of the public in the task of securing observance of laws.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To recognize always that the extent to which the cooperation of the public can be secured diminishes proportionately the necessity of the use of physical force and compulsion for achieving police objectives.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To seek and preserve public favor, not by pandering to public opinion, but by constantly demonstrating absolute impartial service to law, in complete independence of policy, and without regard to the justice or injustice of the substance of individual laws, by ready offering of individual service and friendship to all members of the public without regard to their wealth or social standing, by ready exercise of courtesy and friendly good humor, and by ready offering of individual sacrifice in protecting and preserving life.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To use physical force only when the exercise of persuasion, advice and warning is found to be insufficient to obtain public cooperation to an extent necessary to secure observance of law or to restore order, and to use only the minimum degree of physical force which is necessary on any particular occasion for achieving a police objective.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To maintain at all times a relationship with the public that gives reality to the historic tradition that the police are the public and that the public are the police, the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full-time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To recognize always the need for strict adherence to police-executive functions, and to refrain from even seeming to usurp the powers of the judiciary of avenging individuals or the State, and of authoritatively judging guilt and punishing the guilty.
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):
To recognize always that the test of police efficiency is the absence of crime and disorder, and not the visible evidence of police action in dealing with them
Why is this principle crucial for police to follow (respond with at least 100 words):