Category: Law – Criminal

  Find a recent news article regarding international drug trafficking. Using a minimum of 650 words (not including the title and reference section)   Should the United States try to control drug production at the source through the use of U.S. troops agents, and money, or should it concentrate on controlling traffic and consumption within […]

  Students must write a research paper of at least 10 pages (including cover page and a reference page) on the topic of their choice related to criminal justice. In the paper, students should pay attention to the various research methods used in the articles used as references. More information will be provided in class. […]

  Research Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs and discuss what affect the week long training has on CIT trained officers’ response to aggressive and violent individuals. Express your opinion on whether or not CIT training will reduce officer involved shootings and support your position with facts. This paper integrates information from Chapter 18 in the […]

  Research Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs and discuss what affect the week long training has on CIT trained officers’ response to aggressive and violent individuals. Express your opinion on whether or not CIT training will reduce officer involved shootings and support your position with facts. This paper integrates information from Chapter 18 in the […]

  We have covered a lot of issues related to law enforcement in this class from its early evolution to current ethical and legal challenges. As an educated policing scholar, you have been asked to respond to the following question: In the future, what do you see as the biggest challenge for law enforcement in […]

 Reflect back on the course. In this general forensic psychology survey course, we have examined many different aspects of forensic psychology. In your discussion, discuss and think about the following: What was the most valuable piece of information you learned in this class? What was the most surprising finding? How do you foresee using the […]

 In Milestone Four, you will submit the conclusion of your case analysis. In the conclusion, you will discuss what preparation is needed to effectively serve as an officer of the court as it relates to your scenario. Based on the facts of the case, and framing questions outlined in the conclusion of your case, what […]

  Complete additional research on the restrictions surrounding the insanity defense in many states. In your initial post, address the following: Do you think these restrictions are a good idea? Do you think the insanity plea has a place in the courtroom? What could the repercussions be if it is not allowed? In responding to […]

  In your journal, reflect on ethical issues that you can foresee coming up as a forensic psychologist who does civil commitment assessments. How can you as an assessment psychologist be cognizant of them, work through them, or avoid them? Also, consider the special populations mentioned in the article. How does ethics play a part […]

  For your initial post, review the module resources and then address the following: How is competency assessed, and what are the strengths and weaknesses of the assessment types? Discuss how the major legal cases on competency have impacted the area. In responding to your peers, use the following prompts to guide your responses: Discuss […]