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Guiding Question: “Why would you have a physician-patient relationship with someone you never see? Instructions: 1. Write an Initial Post  (250- 300 words). 2. Consider the following questions as you write your initial post:Respond to the question: “Why would you have a physician-patient relationship with someone you never see? Do you have a physician-patient relationship … Read more

recidivism

 how the process of measuring recidivism can impact the evaluation effectiveness of corrections policies?  After reading the article “The Revolving Door at the Prison Gate” by Padfield and Maruna, discuss any areas of research bias and any observed areas of less substantive research. Where did you find these elements. What were they?  300 words

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HIV Testing Policy for Prisons

 As a prison administrator (warden/superintendent), what would your recommendation be for HIV testing within the prison system? Why or why not? If so, when should it take place (e.g. during admission, anytime during incarceration, just prior to release)? Should the offenders who are HIV/AIDS positive be segregated? Would it be a violation of the offenders … Read more

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ramifications of competency

 Discuss the ramifications of competency to stand trial for someone claiming intellectual disability using the Dusky standard. Do you believe there is a better way to assess competency? What might that be? Discuss the areas they would assess for cognitive impairment. What factors would you rely on in your evaluations to support their competency conclusions? … Read more

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discussion response

  Respond to listed statements in at least 300 words each statement . Do you agree or disagree with the statement.  Statement 1:  Individuals who are incarcerated lack academic and vocational skills.    Statement 2:    Inmates who are given rehabilitation services and resources for housing, employment, and job placement tools dramatically reduce recidivism rates. 

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Please write an essay, MINIMUM 1,000 (that’s equivalent to 4 pages in 12 pt. font, double-spaced) on the following subject: Please watch at least ONE episode of the TV program: “The First 48.” This program is aired on the A&E Channel. You can also view full episodes on the A&E website if the TV schedule … Read more

Any topic (writer’s choice)

Please write an essay, MINIMUM 1,000 (that’s equivalent to 4 pages in 12 pt. font, double-spaced) on the following subject: Please watch at least ONE episode of the TV program: “The First 48.” This program is aired on the A&E Channel. You can also view full episodes on the A&E website if the TV schedule … Read more

Journal: Report Writing Skills

Part 1 Research a criminal justice career that you plan to move toward in the next year. Locate and review the types of reports that you most likely will be required to use on a daily basis. Examine one type of report and be prepared to discuss it in your reflection this week. Part 2 … Read more

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Civil Liability: Failing the Public Trust

What is the doctrine of qualified immunity? How does the doctrine of qualified immunity apply to police officers? Should the doctrine of qualified immunity towards police officers be expanded, reduced, or eliminated? Provide external support for your position. Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities.