Television depicts several law enforcement programs in which criminals admit or confess to crimes without being read their rights. Because of this, many cases are thrown out even though the evidence points to the accused. How do you feel about Miranda? Do you feel it is just in ALL cases?
Please explain the policy and procedure for collecting fingerprint evidence and firearms and ammunition. Please provide references.
Mr. A is detained at the police station as a potential witness to a murder. As it turns out, Mr. A has an open warrant issued for parole violation. Mr. A is arrested on this warrant. Mr. A's clothing is inventoried and no other evidence is readily apparent. Eight days later, an investigator has Mr. A's clothing analyzed by foren
Consider the following case study: On the night of a big robbery, two police detectives were conducting a routine patrol in a marked police car. As they turned the corner, one of the detectives observed four men standing approximately 10 feet behind a vehicle. As the men observed the detectives approach, their "eyes lit up."
Debate the following statement: A law enforcement officer should never have to knock and announce before entering a dwelling to arrest a dangerous felon or a drug offender.
Distinguish the difference between demonstrative and documentary evidence. Describe challenges to using both types of evidence in a case. Provide an example of when one of these types of evidence was used in a case and was called into question whether or not the evidence was admissible. Why was the evidence questionable?
Describe the steps in criminal procedure. (There are six (main) steps.) Define evidence. What types of evidence exist? What are the rules for evidence in criminal procedure? Describe examples of when evidence might be either detrimental or inconsequential to a case? Describe the difference between lay witnesses and exper
What is the general concept of an expert witness. What type of qualifications needed before someone maybe deemed an expert for trial purposes?
Please explain to me privileged communications with references.
Do current copyright and patent laws adequately protect today's new and advanced technologies? (e.g., MP3, software code, computer chips, gene therapy) Are their lengths of protection (i.e., limited monopolies) too long or too short?
Which of the following is true about crimes? a. Criminal liability exists only if there is a victim who suffered damages. b. A criminal defendant will be found guilty whenever the jury believes it is more likely than not that the defendant committed the crime. c. Torts always accompany crimes, although the civil case is oft
Drug courts are a relatively new phenomenon in the American judicial system. Define and discuss briefly the philosophy, role, and short history of drug courts. How successful have they been in reducing recidivism rates? Would you recommend that all of the states utilize these courts to assist in processing drug cases?
What sociological theories could utilize cognitive restructuring as a tool for changing criminal thinking and preventing future crimes?
With respect to the investigation and prosecution of criminal conduct what are the major provisions of the Bill of Rights?
I have planned the structure to include the following sections: 1) Basic concept/definition 2) Uses 3) Strengths 4) Limitations 5) Points of controversy 6) Latest developments HOwever, I am strucked at the uses of the statistics-what should be included. Plus, I am getting confused between the two sections: limitations
What are the two most common criminology perspectives? Do Canadian criminologists impact legislation or the criminal justice system? Give examples.
I think that I understand the concept of Control Theory (Hirschi's social bond and self-control theory). And I know that there are 4 approaches of crime prevention: Criminal Justice, situational, social and developmental approach. However, I can't find the reason why control theory is influential in social crime prevention
Which are the Common Law and statutory Defences to common assault and battery?
Please give me the definition of technical/physical assault as a common law and statutory non-fatal offence against the person.