Crime is a matter of popular interest and focus; it is everywhere you look from newspapers to cinemas. Criminal acts have the ability to repel and fascinate us at the same time. When violence occurs we want answers. One of the questions people often ask when hearing of a crime, whether it be burglary or […]
History Colombia is one of three countries that emerged following the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830. Francisco de Paula Santander became the president of the new state. Colombia’s name has changed many times since its independence from Gran Colombia, starting with the Republic of New Granada, then the Granadine Confederation, then the United States […]
Police procedures for interrogation are some of the most critical issues associated with criminal proceedings in the United States. How law enforcement officers go about this issue determines the willingness of the suspect to cooperate and give evidence that will be admissible. Successful interrogations should not use maltreatment or force but rather simple psychology to […]
Introduction I will comment on the value of data and highlight advantages and disadvantages of this data and finally and come up with appropriate business actions that could be taken and enable Russex constabulary to help prioritise their work. Methods of data collection Official statistics are those published by the central Government. This source of […]
One may assume that the roles of officers are just to catch us when we’re speeding, write a ticket and move on to the next person breaking the law. It would appear that way too many of us, but there is more depth, in the way an officer presents himself. While we find it insulting […]
Building strong public relations is a priority for all criminal justice organizations. The public’s perception of the organization is critical in the organization’s effort to acquire and maintain the public’s support. The media plays a huge role in shaping that perception. First, discuss how the media influences the perception of criminal justice organizations and certain […]
Treatment programs cannot always be 100% effective, and many substance abusers relapse into drug abuse after days, months, or even years of sobriety. With the marginal success of treatment programs, it is even more important that people never start using drugs. As such, prevention strategies are of utmost importance. Review the case study. Using your […]
Read and study the assigned article on Crime and Security in Agricultural Operations. Apply the principles and concepts from the article to a rural or agricultural area near where you live or work. Be sure to identify the major crime and security concerns in your chosen rural/agricultural area. Also include a discussion of the importance […]
Introduction A requirement for criminal justice practitioners is to defer personal beliefs, morals, or biases regarding discretionary decision-making. Guidance for discretionary decision-making consists of Constitutional limits, policy, procedure, and particular circumstances. Initial Post Instructions What are some of the biases that would underlie a police officer’s discretionary decision whether or not to make an arrest? […]
This research considers the application of feminist thought in social work practise. Specific areas of consideration include the gap from social workers’ personal acceptance of feminist constructs and their use of such constructs in daily practise, the effects of perpetuation of hegemonic gender roles by social workers, and domestic violence victims perceptions of the effectiveness […]