Explain the importance of policies and the general role they play in contemporary social problems.

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a) Explain the importance of policies and the general role they play in contemporary social problems. This should be considered as your introduction page (1-page)

b) Explain the role that policies have played in your chosen research topic (1-page, 3 citations per paragraph, and each paragraph must be about 9 to 10 sentences and no more). **Note this is where you are transitioning the reader from the general aspect of policies in (part a) to the more focused in part b relevant to your research question! Makes sense?

C) Provide five (5) policies that have been put in place to address the problem relevant to your research topic. Ensure to note the strength and weaknesses of each and provide examples as you may see fit (5 pages total /See below for a break down)

-Policy A (1 page, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Policy B (1 page, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Policy C (1 page, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Policy D (1 page, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Policy E (1 page, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Choose two of the most recent policies that you believe have been the most effective. Support your argument by comparing and contrasting and providing specific examples relevant to the contemporary topic. (2 pages, 3 citations per paragraph)

-Conclude by providing suggestions that could strengthen those policies. Or, you may suggest a new one altogether. Ensure to address the challenges that may arise and why. Last but not least, how can will your suggestions contribute to fixing the contemporary issue in the near future? (1 page, 3 citations if needed).

Explain why this case used a strict liability crime and why Owens could not use the “mistake of age defense”.

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Image above of Christina Wells

Understanding strict liability crimes, inferences, proximate causation and circumstantial evidence: See links below for this essay.

This discussion board can be split up into 3 shorter responses and can vary from a traditional paper, like the last discussion board, follow the broad guidelines set forth on the rubric.
First summarize the facts of Owens v. State in less then 3 sentences and explain what strict liability crimes are according to your text and in terms of this particular case. Explain why this case used a strict liability crime and why Owens could not use the “mistake of age defense”. (Remember application and explanation of concepts are the focus for each case, less summarizing of the case itself)
Second, summarize the facts of the Brookey Lee West case in 3 sentences or less and explain the significance of circumstantial evidence and inferences. (Defined and it’s application within this case) Use specific examples of the terms within the case-citing where the courts relied on inferences and evidence to convict West without a definitive cause of death. Application of terms is key here.
Describe the facts of the Christina Wells case in 3 sentences or less then describe proximate (causation) as your text mentions and the year and the day rule -what is the conundrum with this case?
Take note of these cases for your final essay
Owens v. MD (Statutory rape case)
Christina Wells Case and Proximate causation/year and a day rule
Or watch the video: Brookey Lee West case: circumstantial evidence and inferences

Identify two aspects of the reading that you don’t understand, and then briefly discuss why these confusing aspects interfered with your general understanding of the reading.

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Purposeful reading assignment.

Requirement one:
Read what is assigned, then choose and describe the three most important aspects of the
reading (for example, the concepts, issues, or factual information, etc.). You must justify
your choices in three complete sentences.

Requirement two:
Identify two aspects of the reading that you don’t understand, and then briefly discuss
why these confusing aspects interfered with your general understanding of the reading.
You must put these two aspects of the reading in priority order.

Requirement three:
You must pose a question to the text’s author, the answer to which goes beyond the
reading content and does not reflect the areas of confusion in Requirement two.

Please use Hardvard style reference in-text and in the refernce list at the end of the essay. There is not a number of references needed, but if you could do 1/2 would be perfect.

Thank you so much for your help.

Identify 2 or more potential court proceedings Peter may face and explain why you selected these proceedings.

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Read the scenario below and complete the assignment that follows.

Scenario:

17-year-old Peter broke into a home, stole approximately $10,000 in jewelry and electronics, and consumed a bottle of wine before he fled the scene in a stolen car. The police stopped Peter after noticing him swerving, speeding, and then slowing down on the interstate highway. During the stop, police saw the “loot” stashed in the back seat of Peter’s car and suspected that he was involved in more than driving while intoxicated. Peter was properly arrested and booked for the driving-while-intoxicated charge.

The police believe Peter’s fingerprints will match those discovered at the burglary scene and are likely to charge him with burglary and larceny as well as grand theft auto. Peter’s parents have been contacted and are debating whether he should retain counsel because they are struggling financially. To complicate matters, Peter fully admitted to the charges before his parents were contacted. Since it’s Peter’s first time in the juvenile justice system, neither he or his parents know what to expect. What is likely to happen? Will Peter have to go to court or trial? If so, what can he expect in the court process?

Assignment:

Research the juvenile justice laws and policies in your community or state.

Write a 525- to 700-word response to Peter’s parents explaining the process he might go through in the application of criminal justice in your community or state.

Note: You may wish to use Figure 13.1. on page 488 of chapter 13, “Juvenile Justice,” in your textbook to guide your research.

In your paper, complete the following:

Identify the city or state laws you’re researching.
Describe 2 or more procedures police may use in processing Peter’s case and explain why you selected these procedures.
Examples:
What steps might the police take in their investigation?
Will Peter be charged with a crime(s)? If so, what crime(s) could Peter be charged with?
What options do all parties (Peter, his parents, and the police) have related to intake, processing, custody or release?
Identify 2 or more potential court proceedings Peter may face and explain why you selected these proceedings.
Examples:
What legal and financial rights can Peter and his family pursue?
Is Peter likely to go through informal or formal court proceedings? Explain your reasoning.
Describe court procedures if Peter’s case goes to trial. Include any related details.
If Peter goes through a disposition hearing what will that entail? Describe the type of justice the judge may administer.
Predict 1 potential post-court outcome. Explain the rationale for your prediction with relevant details.
Example: What will life be like for Peter after he has exited the court system?

Cite 1-2 sources.

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.

please note we live in Salado Texas, which is an hour outside of Austin Texas.

Examine the use of excessive force by law enforcement personnel during encounters with minority populations in the state of Texas, myth and/or reality

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Examining the use of excessive force by law enforcement personnel during encounters with minority populations in the state of Texas, myth and/or reality

Explain those elements according to your text and then explain why those element(s) fits with that scenario.

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First read and understand the 3 elements of a crime in chapter 4, General Features of a crime-Other features of a crime. (117-120 16th edition)

This board will not be a traditional essay, rather it will be how to respond appropriately to each scenario. See example below. Each scenario can be written in separate 4 paragraph responses. Be sure to follow the broad guidelines from the rubric-avoid use of “I” or first person narrative and be sure to cite your text.
Identify the Actus Reus in each scenario.
List and define the Mens rea elements that appropriately fit each scenario below as your text mentions.
Each scenario will contain at least 1 if not more elements from the 4 mens rea icons above. Explain those elements according to your text and then explain why those element(s) fits with that scenario. You can write these as 4 short responses if you prefer. Defend your answer-as you explain each element -be sure to show why those element(s) might fit this scenario the best. There is not necessarily a right or wrong answer, as long as it makes sense and you have explained and applied the terms. None of these scenarios would contain all 4 elements, as this would hold true for most crimes committed in a real world model.
Be sure to review the rubric before posting.
View this article for further explanation:

One of the 4 scenarios below will NOT contain any mens rea elements only a actus reus and a strict liability crime. Explain why this particular scenario is a strict liability crime and how the text defines this term.
1) Mao was charged with assault after he lost his temper in a restaurant. He felt the bill was unfair. He slammed his fist down on the table and a glass flew off, hitting a customer at the next table and cutting his cheek just below the eye.

2) Billy Bob was shooting target practice in his backyard with a 38 mm handgun. After the 4th time time he heard a loud scream coming from his neighbors house only 1/3 of a mile away from his backyard. The neighbor had been struck by a stray bullet from his gun. Billy Bob rushed her to the hospital where was treated for a serious leg wound that left her permanently handicapped.

3) Jolanda and Iman are arguing in the hall near the stairs. Jolanda has just found out that Iman has been cheating with Jolanda’s boyfriend for the past few months. Jolanda’s really angry so she punches Iman in the face as hard as she can. Iman falls backward down the stairs. When the paramedics came she is lying motionless on the bottom of the stairs. They cannot revive her. Jolanda feels really bad and tells the police she didn’t mean to hurt Iman badly or make her fall down the stairs.

4) Carmen comes to work one Tuesday feeling really sick. She’s recovering from a particularly bad flu and, after a few hours at work, she decides she needs to go home because she’s really tired. Carmen gets into her car and starts driving but she’s having a hard time focusing on the road because she’s so tired. Just as she was making a right turn on a red light she hit another vehicle on a protected left turn signal killing a young passenger.

Does the stereotypical personality reported for the male PO fit that of the Female PO?

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Summarize the paper and then talk about some of the personalities then the finding/results, then you conclude. PLEASE DO NOT PLAGIARIZE!!!! Also cite from the article. Make it a full 3 pages that it will get the point across. if any concerns or questions please feel free to contact me!!
Again, DO NOT PLAGIARIZE!!!!

What major changes have occurred in police organization and operation since 9/11, particularly in the areas of mission, emphasis, and economies?

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• What major changes have occurred in police organization and operation since 9/11, particularly in the areas of mission, emphasis, and economies? How do you believe these changes have impacted policing? Provide examples.
• What are some of a police executive’s primary roles? (Use the three major categories of the Mintzberg model of CEOs in developing your response.)

Make some parallels between those movements of protests in the film and social upheaval today in the US

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The selected movie is : the trial of the Chicago 7. Please use the course material ( Crime and Deviance, lecture 1, 4,10) and the media to argument how this media illustrates these identified injustices ( racial , excessive use of police and condemnations implemented by a vengeful administration) as well as how the course material may explain these injustices. Lecture 4 ( slide 9/ 28/29/40), Lecture 1( how the 3 approaches consensus, interactionist, conflict would interpret the scenarios), lecture 10( slide 19 Robert K Merton’s Deviance Typology). Finally please make some parallels between those movements of protests in the film and social upheaval today in the US

What is the role of social science research in criminal justice administration?

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What role, if any, should empirical evidence play in criminal justice decision making and policy making? What role should politics play in the same processes?
Do you agree or disagree with the judge’s ruling in this case study, and what are your arguments for the position you hold?
What is the role of social science research in criminal justice administration? How best can criminal justice researchers speak truth to power.