Criminology

Q1:Consider who seems to have the most overall control of the courts. Do you find this surprising? Why, or why not? Q2:Based on what constitutes a lawful arrest, how easy do you think it would be for you to be arrested even if you had done nothing illegal? What recourse would you have if this occurred? Q3:would you be in favor of the various alternatives to traditional prosecution if you were the victim? How would the alternative prosecutions be justice for you? Q4:Some problems that the courts will be forced to address include human trafficking, elder abuse and neglect, identity theft, and issues related to both legal and illegal immigration. Which of these do you think would impact you the most? Course Textbook(s) Siegel, L. J., Schmalleger, F. J., & Worrall, J. L. (2018). Courts and criminal justice in America [VitalSource Bookshelf version] (3rd ed.). Retrieved from https://online.vitalsource.com/#/books/9780134526782

In his Ted Talk Dr. Warner asks the question “why do we call it cybercrime” but we don’t call the police? Do you agree or disagree with his arguments? Using the facts in his presentation support your argument.  https://youtu.be/MPMr5jPwA7I

Explain the controversy of establishing a court system at the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Your responses must include the major elements of the controversy, the varying viewpoints for the needs for U.S. courts, and the ultimate outcome. Finally, postulate how our criminal justice system would be different today had the Founding Fathers not established the current system in use. It is recommended that your post contain approximately 400 words. Guided Response: Review your colleagues’ posts, and substantively respond to at least two of your peers. Detail the varying ideas about the powers and the function of federal and state courts at the founding of the United States of America. Discuss more optimal ways for the court system to handle criminal cases in light of present-day court difficulties.

***please post a well-researched and SUBSTANTIVE main response to the two questions below minimum of 300 words for each of the 2 questions ***Your main post must be supported (cite at least one source) using APA (1) in-text citations and (2) list of references.  ***Remember you can borrow ideas or information from any place but must (a) summarize the information in your own words (avoid direct quotes as much as you can), and (b) cite your sources. None of our discussion questions can be answered in only one PARAGRAPH – each major thought or idea should ideally be discussed in a separate paragraph. Be sure to cover all parts of each question. **repeat each question and then write your response under it. You must space out your work so it is clear which part of the question you are answering at any point! Question #1: “The United States has a dual court system.” Explain what this means, and provide examples. Also, please distinguish between judicial review and judicial precedent.  Also, how does jurisdiction differ from venue? WHAT IS “RATIO DECIDENDI” OF A CASE? Question #2:  What is the rule of law? What are its implications for police officers? Also, list and explain in detail the four sources of rights discussed in our course text. WHAT IS “COMMON LAW”?

For this QEP Assignment, please share your views on the Death Penalty.  Capital Punishment has been heavily debated in America for decades. In responding to this debate, consider the social, economic and religious perspectives. Do You Support or Oppose the Death Penalty?  Your response to the assignment must be 2 pages in length using times new roman, 12 font double spaced in and uploaded in a Word Document.   If you use sources, you must cite them in APA.

As a crime scene investigator, you are responding to 125 Main Street in Miami Beach, Florida, in regards to an aggravated battery. Upon arrival, you talk to Officer Smith who briefs you about the details of the incident during the walk-through of the scene. Officer Smith explains that several people were partying at the residence when a verbal argument between Marilyn and Joseph Connors accelerated into a physical confrontation. Marilyn was found lying on the living room floor in a pool of blood. A blood trail led from the kitchen to the living room. Develop a step-by-step action plan for the crime scene investigation. Include the following in your plan: Describe the reasons and ways to secure the crime scene. Determine the methods you will use to document physical evidence at the crime scene. Describe the steps of crime scene mapping. Create a rough sketch of a room in your residence with measurements. Justify the kind of search pattern you will apply in the search for additional evidence. Explain how you would package, preserve, and maintain the chain of custody for the evidence. Support your action plan with a minimum of three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included. Length: 5-7 pages, not including title and reference pages. Scan your sketch to include with your document.  Your action plan should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.

In 2-3 Paragraphs,  Define “public order” crimes and discuss how they relate to the current debates about criminalizing and de-criminalizing drug use and prostitution.

Discuss how leadership in aw enforcement can impact police misconduct.

This is your last assignment and worth 20% OF YOUR FINAL GRADE. You will utilize all of the information you have learned this semester including chapters discussions and assignments. Remember the goal of this class was once you learned what caused crime we were to determine how to deal with the lawbreakers and develop programs and institutions to deal with them. Answer the following questions be inciteful and explain yourself thoroughly. 1. What really causes crime? 2. Who should go to prison? 3. Which type of facility is the most effective for rehabilitation? 4. Is there any valid use  for solitary confinement? 5. What should we do with prisoners who are mentally disturbed? 6. What criteria would you use to release inmates before their sentences are completed (parole)? 7. What criteria would you use to determine that a pedophile or rapist has been reformed in prison? 8. How would you reform the corrections system in the United States if you were in that position?

Modern-day slavery exists in the crime of human trafficking. It is described as the act of recruiting, harboring, transporting, providing, or obtaining a person for compelled labor or commercial sex acts through the use of force, fraud, or coercion. Law enforcement officers face many challenges when investigating human trafficking cases.   identify and discuss the process, means, and ends of human trafficking. Identify and discuss the three law enforcement models that have emerged to combat child sexual exploitation: special task forces, strike forces, and law enforcement. Which approach do you believe is most effective in combating child sexual exploitation? Provide a rationale to support your response and respond to no less than one of your peers.