Policing in America In this course, we have been learning about the different time periods of policing. Based on the current climate, there is a level of distrust today between the police and the public. Riots, marches, and protests in response to high-profile police shootings have eroded the relationships that were built through community … Read more
about depressants and inhalants. Although these drugs are often overlooked in lieu of other illicit substances, such as heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, describe the effects that depressants and inhalants types of drugs can have on consumers.Additionally, answer the following questions: What type of relationship do depressants and alcohol have? What types of policies have been … Read more
Discussion Board Topic: Amphetamines have some positive medical uses. But methamphetamine is a stronger, faster-acting substance that is used as a recreational drug. What types of issues has the spread of methamphetamine created for criminal justice personnel? How has the criminal justices system attempted to combat methamphetamine abuse and distribution? Is there an international distribution network … Read more
Research the changing role that OxyContin and other opioids have had in society. What legal changes have been made to control for the addictive side effects that this drug can have? Has controlling this drug pushed users to other substances that are more readily available? Discussion Board Guidelines: Submit an answer to the discussion board. … Read more
Compare and contrast the history and culture of the American Mafia and organized crime groups that exist in Italy. How is the American Mafia similar to Italian organized crime groups? How is it different? Discussion Board Guidelines: Submit an answer to the discussion board. Each discussion board post will be between 250 – 350 words … Read more
Discussion Board Topic: What types of crimes do organized crime groups commit? Why do you feel that these types of criminal actions are chosen? How do some of these crimes harm legitimate businesses? Use evidence from your readings and module videos to support your thoughts. Discussion Board Guidelines: Submit an answer to the discussion board. … Read more
OVERVIEW Law Enforcement Agencies must be flexible and able to respond to societal demands. Leaders for social change advocate for police departments that mirror their constituents in terms of ethnicity, race, gender, and in other areas. This challenges leaders to develop innovative methods of recruiting and hiring. The final project will consist of three … Read more
As a clerk for an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, prepare a 4–5-page opinion for the Court based on the following facts: James Smith was arrested for burglarizing his next-door neighbor’s apartment in the state of California. And without the benefit of a warrant, the neighbor, who is a friend of Mr. Smith, … Read more
Week 1 Project: Incarceration Rates in the U.S. You are an expert on correctional systems and have been invited to participate in a conference on “Incarceration Rates in the U.S.” In an 8- to 10-slide Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation address the following: An analysis of US incarceration statistics compared against other countries, particularly the percentage of … Read more
By now we are half way through the Capstone process. You should have a good idea what you are studying and why. Now briefly describe how you intend to study your topic. This summary of your methodology should include: My research is Gender In White Collar Crime What is your topic? What are your research … Read more