Essays and Research Papers on The Public & Crime

This 9 page paper provides a discussion on sex offenders, defining several types and looking for explanations for the deviant behavior. New York law in respect to sex offenses is discussed, inclusive of case studies. New York legislation is explored in light of New Jersey's Megan's Law. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 15 page paper evaluates the problem of sex offenders that are released into the community. Megan's law along with similar legislation is discussed in depth. The problem of impinging on offenders' rights, as well as these laws having the opposite of the intended effect, are issues included. Statistics regarding recidivism are relayed. The paper ...

5 pages. Should airlines pilots be allowed to carry guns in the cockpits of commercial airliners? No matter what the opinion there are now laws in effect allowing this. There are as many different opinions on this question as there are gun laws. This excellent paper gives the facts on this ...

Sociology of Crime: This 8-page essay discusses a number of issues inherent in the sociology of crime, including types of law, judicial history, and a chronological look at the prevalent theories used to delineate both the causal factors and patterns of aberrant human behavior. Fundamental to our own system of justice, (and thereby the subsequent ...

A 12 page paper detailing the injustices women often have to face as the victims of violent crimes from not only the criminal but also the law enforcement personnel who are responsible for investigating crime, the criminal justice system which is responsible for litigating such crimes, and the media which often gives an unfair view ...

This 3 page paper considers how mankind has given up some personal rights in exchange for the benefits of being governed. Law, however, continues to protect many of our rights. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page overview of predatory crime and the steps that can be taken to reduce vulnerability. This paper compares and contrasts the approaches found in an article in “The FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin” one published by the U.S. Department of State on the World Wide Web. No additional sources are listed.

A 4 page overview of California's approach to combating the problems caused by illicit drugs. Noting such laws as three-strikes-you're-out alongside the state's emphasis on treatment centers for non-violent offenders, the author concludes that California policy is based on considerations revolving around measures that best protect the interests of California's citizenry. Bibliography lists 6 ...

An 8 page discussion of the manner in which morality crimes are defined and punished under Islamic law. Punishment can, and does, consist of such actions as amputations and even beheadings. Both Turkey and Saudi Arabia deal quickly and efficiently with crimes which run counter to the teaching of Islam. While their ...

A 3 page overview of the innovative partnership between law enforcement and citizens. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page contention that the collection of DNA during the earliest phases of an arrest is unacceptable. While DNA evidence is highly regarded as a phenomenal tool in the address of crime, to enact laws which allow the collection of DNA from an individual at this early of a stage in an arrest ...

This 7 page paper explores the ethical foundation of this branch of law enforcement. The author emphasizes that despite many efforts to make it a thing of the past, corruption is alive and well in community policing. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the relationship between disparities between statistics pertaining to criminal justice and discrimination. The writer argues that a disparity between ethnic groups that is disproportionate to the percentage that the group holds within the overall population is highly suggestive of discriminatory practice on the part of the criminal justice ...

In 8 pages , the author discusses many of the theories for the causation of crime, such as social learning, social strain, and disintegration of family. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A variety of social theories are discussed in this 10 page paper. Specific theories include anomie, differential association, social strain, social stratification and alienation. The importance of the family, and different views on the subject, is also included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

5 pages in length. Both sociological and psychological theory are looked at in relationship to criminal behavior in this overview. The two theories, Labeling Theory and Social Learning Theory, are outlined and discussed as individual theories as well as in relationship to one another and their related disciplines. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In 5 pages the author discusses labeling theory. A definition is given, major theorists are listed, and some examples in research are provided. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 12 page paper discussing the Italian School of positive thought and its contributions to principles of modern criminology. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 6 page paper provides a discussion on the economic problems of crime. General crime theory and solutions are also provided. Statistics concerning prisons in the UK is also included along with 2 pie charts. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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 ...

A 5 page analysis of the book Always Running: La Vida Loca: Gang Days in L.A. by Luis J. Rodriguez. The writer demonstrates how it is particularly Rodriguez' perspective which makes this vivid account of life in a L.A. gang come to life. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper that looks at the social learning theories applied to the gang life presented in Sikes' non-fiction year-long research of girl gangs. The paper discusses reinforcement, secondary reinforcement, imitation and, self-fulfillment in regards to the information presented. The paper agrees with Sikes' statement that the resolution to the problem does ...

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 ...

A 12 page research paper in which the writer discusses the failure of most women to report rape due to the unfortunate reality that society fails to accept their definition of rape in many cases and is not always sympathetic towards their plea for justice. Comparisons are made between male and female views of rape ...

5 pages in length. Applying this well-documented crime theory, the writer attempts to analyze rape as a crime whose actors can be motivated by such things as an egocentric need for self-fulfillment and a lack of concern or respect for others. Various sides of the issue are discussed from a theoretical perspective and a ...