Criminology papers

A research proposal addressing the relationship between the downturn in the American economy and the upsurge of serial murders.

This is an overview of the psychological disorder called conduct disorder and includes topics such as, definitions, causes, assessment and ways of intervention.

A proposal for developing an effective adolescent sexual offenders residential treatment.

This paper explores whether the Criminal Justice Act 2003 (CJS), which was introduced to modernise many areas of the criminal justice system in England and Wales, has promoted greater fairness in sentencing.

This paper discusses Alan Hunt's quotation that "Law is the vehicle through which modern society worships itself" and whether it is reflected in the beliefs of Emile Durkheim.

An analysis of a case from the point of view of the prosecuting attorney.

Explores whether Megan's Law is constitutional and suggests an alternative approach to sex offenders.

A look at the debate surrounding the decriminalization of marijuana.

A discussion of the impact of false driving under the influence (DUI) accusations within American society.

An argument in favor of the decriminalization of prostitution and an analysis of its potential benefits to society.

An argumentative essay in favor of capital punishment within the United States justice system.

This paper discusses federal courthouses' closed door policies with regards to death row inmates.

An analysis of the reasons for and the realities of breach of accountability within law enforcement.

An analysis of how the United States has reacted to the terror on 9/11 and other terrorist attacks in general.

A summary and review of Michael Apted's film, "Enough".

A critical review of the requirements for training police on use of effective deadly force.

A summary and review of "The Contingent Effects of Risk Perception on Risk-Taking Behavior: Adolescent Participative Orientation and Marijuana Use", the authors C.F. Lee, Y. Su, and B.P. Hazard

This paper examines money laundering and the scope of this illegal activity.

This paper analyzes the influence of scenario-based planning in institutional strategic management for security organizations.

A discussion of the appropriate use of discretion in police work.

A discussion on criminal liability cases and the noted defenses to each.

This paper examines the strengths and weaknesses of deviance theory and its impact on the field of criminology.

An analysis of police training on deadly force in America, including an outline of the current training structure and methodology and a discussion of how to develop a more effective program.

This is a comparative paper between the Russian Mafia and the Japanese Yakuza and includes the topics of how each is organized, the methods used, and their respective histories.

The paper proposes a study on the effects of Three Strikes legislation upon recidivism.

An analysis of the methods applied to combat the problems of gang and drug abuse.

This paper discusses what are the necessary components of police training on deadly force and looks at how it can benefit society.

This paper examines Orem's self-care theory in relation to teenagers who instigate crimes.

This paper discusses the creation of a behavioral science unit
for police department personnel.

A content analysis that compares national versus international media coverage of the Virginia Tech shootings.

Examines three legal doctrines: criminal liability, strict liability and justification of criminal conduct.

This paper discusses the "Three Strikes" legislation, mandatory minimum sentences and the effects of prolonged incarceration.

Evaluates the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006.

An examination of the issues surrounding capital punishment in America.

A discussion of risk factors for adolescents and the development of antisocial behavior and the role of school and family in the development of deviant and criminal behavior.

An analysis of individual rights versus public protection within the Canadian criminal justice system.

A review of the causes of behaviour and activity in criminal gangs.

This paper discusses terrorism as a subject of criminology and conflict theory.

This paper discusses Plato's allegory of the cave and the group think mentality common in organizations today.

A discussion of the important function of personal encounter in restorative justice.

An argument against the harsh conditions of supermax prisons.

A review of leadership within law enforcement, focusing on Jim Collins' book entitled "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't."

This paper assesses the effects and consequences of shoplifting from the personal view of the author.

An overview of a five point plan to reduce crime.

An examination of the aging prison population in America.

A discussion on whether intermediate sanctions are a better alternative than traditional incarceration in the public or private prison system.

An analysis of Celesta Albonetti's 1986 study, "Criminality, Prosecutorial Screening, and Uncertainty: Toward a Theory of Discretionary Decision Making in Felony Case Processings".

An analysis of the implementation of mobile data terminals for the specific needs of police work.

Looks at the demographics and crime profile of Anaheim, CA.

This paper examines Indo-Canadian gang violence and its prevention.

A comparison of the incidence of violent crimes as well as recidivism and the dynamics between federal and state policies in California and Texas.

A discussion, based on S. Walker's "Sense and Nonsense about Crime and Drugs", of the political nature of criminal justice in the United States and empirical evidence that should be used in making it independent.

An intensive study on methods of treatment of crime specifically concerning recidivism in prison situations.

Looks at the case of "Miranda v. Arizona" that established the now famous, Miranda warning.

A report on an individual's state of mind and the impact on responsibility for criminal activities.

Argues that the increase in identity theft results directly from the uncontrolled explosion of personal and intimate information on the Internet.

A look at the technological advancements made in the science of forensics.

This paper explores whether there are biases in the application of the death penalty in the United States.

This paper explores white collar crime and offers a defense of corporate deregulation.

This paper argues that the judicial process does not result in racial discrimination.

This paper discusses the use of bite marks to identify individuals in the field of forensic odontology.

An argument against the development of casinos and other gambling institutions.

This paper describes the concept of restorative justice and applies it to the situation of children soldiers.

An evaluation of drug treatment intervention strategies within the correctional system.

An argument for the continuation of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) drug prevention program.

A review of how future research can explore the relationship between drug offender treatment programs and the criminal justice field.

This paper discusses why gun control is needed in America.

This paper discusses cases of juvenile abuse at a Jena, Louisiana prison run by Wackenhut Corrections Corporation, the world's largest for-profit prison operator.

This paper is comprised of a personal transformational leadership addendum that designed to be incorporated into a larger transformational leadership plan.

This paper explores J. Abramson and N. Finkel's ideas about the proper function of the jury in modern American society.

This paper discusses whether intermediate sanctions are a better alternative than traditional incarceration.

This paper discusses and explains different theories of criminology.

This paper discusses domestic violence protocols to be used by social workers, including ways to effectively assess the victim.

An overview of various types of white-collar crime.

This paper reviews three articles about the efficacy of California's Three Strikes legislation.

This paper is written in the form of a debate that covers both sides of the human sex trafficking issue.

This paper examines some legal cases through which the law of evidence has kept up with scientific innovations

This paper looks at cases of white-collar crime in the health care industry,

This paper explores immigrants and their potential social connections to the mafia within the United States.

This paper discusses the causality of youth violence from the perspective of the social sciences disciplines of anthropology, psychology and sociology

This paper examines the methodology of a study on immigrants' relationship with organized crime.

This paper argues that juvenile delinquents should not be sent to adult prisons.

This paper focuses on the opposition of the United States to the establishment of the International Criminal Court.

An analysis of the laws regarding pedophilia in the state of California and a review of the treatment options that are available.

An analysis of the media's role in criminal justice issues and a look at community-based alternatives to incarceration.

This paper discusses the topic of prostitution and human trafficking in Europe, noting the difficulty in analyzing the issue due to the hardship in obtaining relevant information.

A paper that discusses the criminal activity of money laundering.

This paper argues that there must be public confidence in the ethical standards of the police.

A review of the arguments in and presentation of Valerie Wiener's book, "Winning the War Against Gangs: A Guide for Teens, Families, and Communities."

This paper draws parallels between Libyan leader, Muammar al-Qaddafi and famous gangster, Al Capone.

This paper argues that prostitution in the U.S.A. should be legalized.

A case study presentation of the case of "Nguyen; R. v. Hess" and discussion of the federal statute Section 146(1).

An analysis of the capital punishment laws in South Carolina compared to other states and a discussion over their future.

This paper argues the negative influences of rape myths on crime policy and society.

This paper argues against mediation in cases of domestic violence.

An analysis of the history and development of organized crime and the mafia in Boston.

An analysis of the problems of identity theft in the United States and the failure of Congress to improve the situation.

A discussion of the advantages of ending prohibitions on marijuana use.

This paper looks at Islam and its criminal justice system.

This paper explores threat assessment in general and in a specific case.