Trace the historical development of prisons in the United States, beginning with the Pennsylvania system. How have correctional practices changed over time and what are some of the major issues that prisons face today? What new issues might the future bring?...
Research contends that large volume of the global cultivation of cocaine/heroin crops, which used to be found in Turkey, Iran, and Bolivia, is now taking place in "conflict zones" located in Southwest and Southeast Asia and in Latin America. How does...
The author discusses the use of cyber-terrorism and the potential effects on American society. What are some potential counterterrorist policy strategies that could assist in the prevention of cyber-terrorism? Do you believe that any intervention could...
Discussion Question: Discuss in detail the use of (1) mandatory sentences, (2) sex offenders sentences, (3) use of the death penalty, (4) drug courts, and (5) sentencing disparities Is there racial discrimination in your justice...
QUESTION: From the options listed, which one do you think is the most important in terms of recruitment and police practice: Higher educational requirements Increased diversity (minorities, women, etc.) Expanded background checks with a greater emphasis on...
Week 5 Project: Program or Policy Initiation Plan The seventh stage of planned change—Initiating the Program or Policy Plan—focuses on weaknesses of the first six stages of planned change. It is critical for the planner to review the first six stages in...