Category: Criminology

Please read the Washington Post article on the “Boyfriend Loophole” posted to th

Please read the Washington Post article on the “Boyfriend Loophole” posted to this module.
Gun control is a controversial issue in the US; domestic violence advocates have longed called for 2nd ammendment rights to be restricted for persons convicted of domestic violence, as owning a gun is highly correlated with domestic partner homicide. According to article what was the boyfriend loophole? Why were DV advocates calling to have it removed in the latest round of gun legislation in congress? What was their reasoning? Who oppossed removing this loophole and why? What did Congress ultimately do? Do you think retaining/removing this loophole makes a difference with respect ot domestic violence homicide victmization? Why or why not? Can you recommend other policies to keep abused partners from being murdered by the abusers?

The mission of policing was described by the author as covering 6 key areas: enf

The mission of policing was described by the author as covering 6 key areas: enforcing the law, apprehending offenders, preventing crime, predicting crime, preserving the peace, and providing services. With the advent of various forms of terrorism and transnational crime, the police mission has expanded beyond the traditional borders of burglaries and domestic disputes. Discuss the use of intelligence-led policing (ILP) and the development of fusion centers to equip law enforcement for their expanded mission. Integrate within your discussion the impact of a Judeo-Christian viewpoint on ILP and the development of fusion centers.

Because I have spent time working in “corrections” where many who are incarcerat

Because I have spent time working in “corrections” where many who are incarcerated have long trauma histories, and now do work with veterans, I am often thinking about how misunderstood trauma is. Although there is more awareness now due to social media and other efforts, trauma is still misunderstood. Please submit a discussion post describing what, if any, information was new to you in the chapter, and what misconceptions still exist about PTSD and other trauma-related disorders. Speak specifically and from your point of view.

As reflected in public opinion surveys, what
is the general perception of the po

As reflected in public opinion surveys, what
is the general perception of the police? What are some of the important factors in determining these
perceptions?
Remember
that you essay should be at least two pages in length, have two sources cited,
and be in APA
format.APA
formatting directions can be found here:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html.

Computer searches come in two varieties: one is to seize the computer or device

Computer searches come in two varieties: one is to seize the computer or device and the other is to seize the data contained on the computer or device. Below are cases that pertain to the general principles of data searches:
United States v. Loretta Otero 563 F.3d 1127 (10th Cir. 2009)
People v. Kelli Marie Balint 138 Cal. App. 4th 200 (2006)
United States v. Payton 573 F.3d 859 (9th Cir. 2008)
United States v. Dontavious M. Blake, Tara Jo Moore 868 F.3rd 960 (11th Cir. 2017)
What were the key questions in each case? Compare and contrast each decision as it relates to the wording of the warrant, the scope of the warrant, and dominion and control issues mentioned or not in the warrant. Add a  relevant bible verse at the end of the discussion post. 

This will be a 15 slide power point with speaker notes.
Also 2 paragraph summary

This will be a 15 slide power point with speaker notes.
Also 2 paragraph summary about what was discussed in the powerpoint.
You can use the module 7 link and the document below as two of the sources. 
Module 7 Link:
https://apsu.yuja.com/V/Video?v=2709803&node=9670907&a=243955263&autoplay=1

Watch the Literature Review PPT and consult the course packet found under bookma

Watch the Literature Review PPT and consult the course packet found under bookmarks for additional information on this assignment. Each contains an example of how to organize the literature review. This section is typically 10 – 12 pages, not including the reference list.

Assignment Content
Cost-Benefit Vs. Cost-Effective Analysis
Background: Appraisi

Assignment Content
Cost-Benefit Vs. Cost-Effective Analysis
Background: Appraising the value of public policy should include a budgetary assessment. As a professional in the field, you will not only need to perform the assessment but also select how the assessment will be performed.
Because public policies can be expensive, economic approaches are essential to better understand governmental programs’ actual costs. 
This week, you will conduct a cost-benefit analysis and cost-effective analysis of the policy (same policy from Week 2) that you are evaluating. This assignment includes two separate parts:
Part 1: Slide Deck
Part 2: Word Executive Summary
You must submit both parts (25 max points each) this week.
Part 1
STEP 1: Review- To inform the stakeholders you identified in Week 2, create a 10 to 15 slide presentation detailing the fiscal analysis for each methodology (cost-benefit analysis & cost-benefit analysis) you deem necessary to gauge the policy’s cost using each of the two methodologies.
STEP 2: Consider the following questions about the policy that you evaluated in Week 2:
Slide 1: Cover Slide/Introduction
Slide 2: Cost-Benefit Analysis and Cost-Effective Analysis Descriptions
Slide 3: What cost-benefit analysis would you apply?
Slide 4: What steps would you go through? 
Slide 5: What kinds of data would you need to conduct such an analysis?
Slide 6: What financial and human resources would this analysis require?
Slide 7: What results would you expect? 
Slide 8: What cost-effectiveness analysis would you apply?
Slide 9: What steps would you go through?
Slide 10: What kinds of data would you need to conduct such an analysis? 
Slide 11: What financial and human resources would this analysis require? 
Slide 12: What results would you expect?
Slide 13 Conclusion
Slide 14+ APA-formatted References
Part 2
STEP 3: Add a 150 to 250 word Summary Document in MS Word format for your stakeholders that includes a quick guide table that will be attached to the report you give them in Week 6. Populate the table with the answers to the questions listed above for each cost analysis.
STEP 4: Format your PowerPoint® presentation to ensure that the slides only contain essential information and as little text as possible. Do not design a slide made up of long bullet points. Your speaker notes convey the details you would give if you were presenting.
For help, consult the guide on how to create speaker notes from Microsoft®.
STEP 5: Include comprehensive speaker notes with APA citations as appropriate.
STEP 6: Cite at least 2 peer-reviewed or similar references to support your assignment.

Topic for Youth Treatment Program Review #2
The topic for this assignment is you

Topic for Youth Treatment Program Review #2
The topic for this assignment is youth who are missing school or at-risk of dropping out. Below I explain how you will search for the program. See Youth Treatment Program Review #1 assignment for example submission.
Instructions
Provide the name of a treatment program for first time juvenile offenders. Include a brief summary of the program, if researchers say it’s effective or not, and explain if you would provide funding to this program. 
Name of Program
Summary: Briefly describe the “treatment” the program provides.
Program Effectiveness: Briefly describe evidence of the effectiveness. To determine this, review the evidence of it’s effectiveness. You can read about that in the Evidence-Base (Studies Reviewed) section
Cost-effectiveness: Explain whether this a program you would fund and why.
How to find the a program in the database.
Go to Crime Solutions Program DatabaseLinks to an external site. 
Under By Target Population choose “Truants/Dropouts” (There is no need to select Juvenile under “By Topic” because only juveniles are truants or dropouts). 
Here is a list that comes up when I do the searchLinks to an external site.
Click on the program Title to read about it.
This is part 1 
Multisystemic Therapy (MST)
Summary
Multisystemic Therapy (MST) is an intensive family and community-based treatment
program for youth (age 12-17) who engage in antisocial behavior like crime and drug use.
MST therapists work with the entire family of a youth to address all environmental systems
that impact their behaviors, such as their home, school, neighborhood, and friends. Therapists
develop an individualized treatment plan for each family based on their specific needs and
strengths. Treatment typically occurs in the youth’s home and community and aims to
empower caregivers with skills and improve family relations and communication. Sessions
may happen daily or weekly depending on the family’s needs. Treatment usually lasts around
4 months.
Program Effectiveness
Research shows MST is an effective program for first time juvenile offenders. Studies
have found youth who completed MST had significant reductions in arrests and incarceration
time compared to those receiving normal services. A randomized controlled trial showed
MST reduced long-term criminal activity and substance abuse disorders compared to
individual therapy. The research meets the highest scientific standards and MST has a strong
evidence base demonstrating positive outcomes for youth and their families. It is rated as an
“Effective” program by CrimeSolutions.gov based on this strong evidence.
Cost-effectiveness
I would support funding the MST program because it has proven effective at reducing
recidivism among first time offenders and is considered a good investment. By addressing the
root causes of a youth’s criminal behavior through an intensive family and community
intervention, MST aims to stop crime before it escalates. This eliminates future costs to the
legal system and taxpayers related to additional arrests, incarceration, court costs, and victim
expenses associated with repeat offenses. While the initial costs of MST services may be
higher than traditional probation, research shows it achieves long-term cost savings by
helping youth stay crime-free.
Bonus Point
MST is guided by social ecological and systems theories. It aims to prevent labeling
theory, which suggests that officially labeling youth as “criminals” can negatively impact
their self-identity and future behavior. By treating youth in the community instead of the
juvenile justice system, MST avoids perpetuating this formal labeling at an early stage in a
criminal career when diversion to more constructive environments could prevent future
criminal patterns from developing.

Crime Scene Scenario
On Friday May 31st, 2024, at approximately 9:08 AM Professo

Crime Scene Scenario
On Friday May 31st, 2024, at approximately 9:08 AM Professor Harrington entered her CSN
office located at 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave, North Las Vegas, NV 89030, office number N214F.
Upon upon entering her locked office she observed an individual laying on the floor with an
apparent gunshot wound. She look closely and determined the subject was not breathing and
appeared to have been dead for a period of time. She exited the office and called the CSN
police who referred this case to your agency, the Red Canyon Police Department.
As a lead investigator you respond to this location and commence your investigation. After
confirming the individual is in fact deceased, you obtain preliminary information from Professor
Harrington. She tells you that she was last on campus on or about April 23rd, 2024. Since that
time, she is unaware of who may have entered her office although the college was open during
this time all campuses. She does not recognize the individual, nor did she inflict any wounds.
She says she used her keycard to enter the office suite then used her key to the office to unlock
her door and immediately noticed the man lying on the floor. She does not have any visible
wounds or blood on her.