A Look at Serial Murder
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This 8 page paper examines serial murderers, theories as to why serial killers commit murder and examines a few notorious cases. How investigations are conducted is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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A Sociological Examination of Gang Subculture
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9 pages in length. A sociological examination of Sanyika Shakur's (1992) book entitled, "Monster: The Autobiography of An L.A. Gang Member." In the book, the author tells in graphic detail of his years as an inner-city gang member and the violent escapades in which he was involved. This research paper attempts to examine the author's behavior from a criminology standpoint using a number of sociological (& crime) theories to make relevant points. Modeling, conflict, and other premises are used. Six additional supporting sources are cited in bibliography.
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A Study in Recidivism
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This 27 page paper provides an original qualitative study submitted by a student, a substantial literature review and suggestions on how to reduce recidivism in the criminal justice system. The study material respects Singapore's justice system and the nation's CLAS (Criminal Legal Aid Scheme) is discussed in depth. Proposals to reduce recidivism are made in a broad sense. A number of theories are discussed. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
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A Visit to a Court of Law
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A 5 page description of what the casual observer would encounter in a court of law. The author provides a general description of the courtroom and the various people who occupy it as well as the relative duties of these people. The popularized media version of the criminal justice system, versions reflected both in the fictional content of television and in the factual rendition of high-profile cases such as the O.J. Simpson case, is contrasted with the realities of the everyday local courtroom. No sources are listed.
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Aboriginal Women in Australian Prisons
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A 4 page examination of the reason aborigine women are disproportionately represented in the Australian prison system. This paper argues that the violence and lawlessness that characterize much of aborigine life must be abandoned if aboriginal culture is to be saved. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Alcoholism and Criminal Justice
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A 6 page overview of the problems alcoholism presents in terms of criminal justice. Evaluates the genetic and environmental determinants of the disease and suggests that the genetic may, in actuality, be more easily addressed than the environmental. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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An Approach to the Psychological Diagnosis of Albert Fish and Jeffrey Dahmer, Notorious Child Molesters
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A 24 page paper analyzing the psychology of child molestation. In the more disturbing cases children are not only abused, they are abducted, sexually and otherwise physically abused, and even killed. Two of the more notorious cases of child molestation were committed by the now notorious killers Albert Fish and Jeffrey Dahmer. These killers had a similar tendency for cannibalism of their victims’ bodies as well. While a precise after-the-fact psychological analysis cannot be made of either, this paper delves into the cannibalistic aspect of these crimes in particular and emphasizes the utilization of standardized psychological methodology such as the multi-axial approach of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV) in attempting such a diagnosis. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
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An Argument for a Quick and Unceremonious Execution of Death Penalty Convictions
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A 9 page contention that those who are sentenced to death should be quickly and unceremoniously executed. This contention is supported by the facts that the death penalty has been debated ad nauseum and has been upheld in one case after another, that stricter penalties and the application of those penalties are known to reduce crime, and that quick executions are economically more viable as they reduce costs to the criminal justice system and prevent the criminal from further profiting from their crime with book and movie deals and the like. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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An Argument for Funding Reallocation for Alcohol/Drug Abuse Treatment Programs
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A 3 page argument that partial reallocation of the funds that are customarily used in the law enforcement/criminal justice arenas to apprehend and imprison drug and alcohol abusers for their transgressions is necessary. These funds could be no more appropriately used than through well designed and implemented drug and alcohol treatment programs.
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An Evaluation of the Contention that "Criminal Justice is Not Racist"
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A 4 page debate as to the reasons behind the disproportionate representation of blacks in the criminal justice system. The author contends that although the criminal justice system is not racist, the racist aspects of many other components of society often result in a greater propensity for criminal activity among blacks. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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An Overview of Criminology
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This 5 page paper explores a variety of theories including but not limited to labeling theory, differential association and social control theories. Anomie is also discussed. Many explanations for crime are evaluated. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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An Overview of Reckless and Kaplan's Theories
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This 7 page paper looks at how each of the authors developed theories on deviance. Kaplan's focus on self-derogation and self-esteem are duly noted and Reckless's containment theory is outlined. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Application of Social Theory / Richard Allen Davis & The Murder of Polly Klaas
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A 7 page paper that investigates the sociological reasons behind the commission of crimes, focusing on the murder of 12 year old Klaas by Davis in 1993. The author incorporates the frustration-agression theory as well as the development of deviant behavior patterns from childhood, and other situational perspectives to shed some light on the sociological reasons behind the murder. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Socimurd.wps

Approaches to Juvenile Crime: The Value of Restorative Justice
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A 20 page review of juvenile crime, its causes, and the measures which have been implemented to address it. The contention is presented that restorative justice, an alternative approach to correction emphasizing communication and reconciliation between victim, offender, and community is superior to many other approaches. Bibliography lists 19 sources.
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Are Mandatory Sentences Justified in English Criminal Law
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This 8 page paper considers if there is any justification for mandatory sentencing in the English criminal law, the paper considers this from the perceptive of increased justice, increased efficiency and social interests. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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Behavioral Profiling
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An 8 page consideration of criminal profiling. This paper asserts that in order for it to be most effective, profiling must be accomplished through the categorization and prioritization of data surrounding specific crimes. Bibliography lists six sources.
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