In 3-4 paragraphs, discuss how cybersecurity is related to critical infrastructure protection? Explain why a cyber-attack holds so much destructive potential?
Category: Criminology
Gun Violence in the US
The decision revolves around the urgency of a solution of laws and regulations to stop gun violence in the US.
Answers the rest of Applying Kidder’s Nine-Step Ethical Decision-Making Process to the already started paper.
Criminal convictions and/or the challenges of re-entry
How do criminal convictions and/or the challenges of re-entry (a) disproportionately impact individuals of colour and (b) exacerbate issues of economic and social inequality that exist in distressed communities?
Examining the historical context of treatment in a correctional setting
When examining the historical context of treatment in a correctional setting, it must be seen through both domestic and international viewpoints. Under the domestic view, the United States primarily uses a custodial model, which focuses on using incapacitation as the method of retribution and deterrence.
In contrast, the international view, specifically in Europe, uses the rehabilitation model. This model focuses on rehabilitating the person to become a productive member of society.
In this assignment, compare and contrast the models of corrections from the perspectives of the United States and the United Kingdom. In this paper, explain which model you think provides the best treatment.
Using the library, course materials, textbook, and Web resources, research the custodial model of incarceration of the United States and the rehabilitation model of the United Kingdom.
Address the following in a Word document of 1-2 pages:
How are these 2 models similar?
How are these 2 models different?
Which model do you feel is more effective at reducing the rate of recidivism?
Do you believe that both countries should adopt the same model of incarceration?
The International Criminal Court (ICC).
Assess the purpose and function of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Explain why the United States has not joined the ICC.
Examine the pros and cons for the United States to be a member of the ICC.
Construct an argument proposing the United States should join or continue to not be a part of the ICC.
-Provide sound reasoning for your opinions.
-Examine not just the United States’ reasons for not joining the ICC, but also various international perspectives about the leading military power in the world’s decision not to join this criminal law court.
-Explain the ramifications of the opinion that you advance to the United States and the international community.
Crime scene reconstruction
Crime scene reconstruction depends largely on the efficacy of the crime scene process and the accuracy of data (measurements, angles, location of evidence, condition of evidence, weather at the time of crime, and lighting at the time of the crime. The crime scene investigators must be certain that if required they could return to the scene where the crime occurred and recreate the scene or construct a facsimile of the crime scene as it was when it was first encountered. Inaccuracies or mistaken interpretation may result in a reconstruction that does not hold true to the actual crime scene when it occurred. Personnel necessary for the reconstruction may have a special training certification to participate in the reconstruction for example shooting scene reconstruction analyst or blood spatter pattern analyst.
Focus your discussion on the following:
In crime scene logic processes both inductive and deductive reasoning is utilized. Explain the difference between the two methods and their application to the crime scene protocol.
Name 2 major limitations of crime scene reconstruction.
Name and explain the 3 kinds of crime scene fingerprints.
Fingerprints are one of the mainstays for crime scene processing. There are a number of methods for obtaining fingerprints from a scene. Explain main process used known as ‘dusting’ and how the print is recovered
Illicit and pharmaceutical drug cases
Illicit and pharmaceutical drug cases have overwhelmed the criminal justice system. Probation and Parole see these revolving cases daily. Many politicians have argued that this is a crime as much as a disease. Research drug court and the effectiveness for the defendants.
Rights for crime victims
What rights does the state that you reside in provide to crime victims? What rights do you believe to be the most important? Do you think it is the role of the criminal justice system to provide victims with rights? How else could we ensure that victims get the help they need? Be sure to document your research.
How class, race, and sexual orientation affect the perception of the victim
At the end of each module, you will reflect on what you learned in the module. Write 1–2 paragraphs in which you discuss what you found most interesting, and explain. Discuss whether factors of class, race, and sexual orientation affect the perception of the victim by different constituents, including the public, the court system, and the media. victim impact
The position of victim advocate
Directions: Research the position of victim advocate and answer the following questions.
What responsibilities does a victim advocate have in a case?
When does a victim advocate become involved in a criminal case? When does the involvement end?
What skills would be important for a victim advocate to possess? Why?
Based on what you have learned about this position, would you be interested in becoming a victim advocate? Why or why not?
Then, in approximately 500 words, describe types of services and supports that are available to victim witnesses.