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Child Witnesses, 2006.
An examination of whether a child should be presumed to be a competent witness.
755 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the practical realities of a child witness. The paper focuses on understanding the "impressionability" of a child, and the child's ability to distinguish truth from falsehood. The paper explains that many states provide procedures to limit the trauma for children, such as testimony by closed-circuit television rather than in-court testimony, although there must be a hearing to determine if these procedures are appropriate. The paper suggests that the courts accept the competence of child accusers, confident that judicial processes can address possible issues of impressionability.
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"The legal system does not accept such rules of competence. The key rule of evidence, the Federal Rules of Evidence, states at Rule 601: "General Rule of Competency: Every person is competent to be a witness . . . ." Most states follow this rule, so that no court can categorically bar a witness who is a member of a given class (such as age) without a showing that the individual witness cannot give sound testimony. Federal law is specific. A child is presumed competent. 18 U.S.C. . "
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Expert Witnesses, 2004.
An analysis of the role played by the expert witness in court cases, including a focus on the proponents and opponents of expert witnesses.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper examines one of the most fundamental issues associated with criminal trials for murder, the so-called insanity plea and the rhetorical necessity of reliance upon expert witnesses for the determination of the validity of such a defense. The paper discusses the on-going argument, within and without the legal community, of whether expert witness testimony or input is ethically acceptable, given the severity of the crime of murder. The paper contends that society is clearly divided on the subject, as the ethical right of the defendant to a fair defense, whatever his or her motivation for the alleged crime, must be balanced with the need of the judicial system to strike hard against violent criminals to protect society from future violent acts.
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"Those in favor of psychological defense information and those against it have come together to make clear that the historical abuses of such testimony are not the intent of the judicial system and require serious review. The nature of the responsibility of both defense and prosecution make clear that the issues at hand are extremely important and must be clearly defined, and much less subjective in admission.
Experts in both defense and prosecution, as well as sociologists, educators and the expert witnesses themselves have called into question the level of influence such expert witness testimony has on the outcome of litigation."
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Expert Witnesses, 2007.
This paper discusses the role of expert witnesses in the courtroom.
771 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The paper explains that expert witnesses are professionals qualified to help people in the courtroom with their search for the truth. The paper relates that they offer knowledge and information about a subject of their expertise and they also help the fact-finder in drawing informed inferences from available facts. The paper refers to the Daubert case of 1993.
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"It is however the trial judge who decided whether the expert witness is qualified enough to offer help. In many cases, there has been an influx of "junk science" in the courtrooms, which led to the famous Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals ruling in 1993 where it was decided that extreme caution must be exercised when permitting evidence in a courtroom. According to Brown et al. (2005), expert witness is someone "who by reason of education or specialized experience possesses superior knowledge respecting a subject about which persons having no particular training are incapable of forming an accurate opinion or deducting correct conclusions'."
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Children As Witnesses, 1994.
Examines evolution of views on children as witnesses in court.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 14 sources, $ 63.95
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" Children as Witnesses
Introduction
The viewpoint toward children as witnesses in court has undergone several changes during this century. In the early part of the century, and until quite recently, children were considered to be basically unreliable, having tendencies to lie and make up stories. They were believed to be incapable of differentiating right from wrong in some instances.
However, during the past two decades, with increased attention to child abuse and prosecution of offenders, children have increasingly been called upon to serve as witnesses in courtroom situations. There was a shift in perception toward viewing children as reliable witnesses, particularly in regard.."
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Expert Witnesses in the Courts, 2002.
An analysis of reliability, and ethics in the intersection of psychology and law.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This report will examine the intersection of law and psychology in terms of expert testimony. The starting point will be several studies which have cast doubt on the reliability of expert testimony, specifically in regard to child abuse cases and how police officers collect and interpret the information related to a case. From there the paper will move on to a discussion of the legal principles involved, and how they have been enacted in practice. The fundamental thesis of this report is that expert testimony is not being subjected to rigorous enough scrutiny, and is less reliable than has been assumed.
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Jehovah's Witnesses, 1989.
Discusses religion's philosophy, history & development, family life, practices, blood transfusions, membership requirements, founders and end of the world predictions.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, $ 79.95
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"This study will provide an examination of the Jehovah's Witnesses. The study will include consideration of the religion's philosophy, its history and development, family life, religious practices, beliefs and practices regarding blood transfusions, and other related aspects of the religion.
Even the quickest glance at the literature on religion, particularly the religions of the United States, will reveal to the reader that Jehovah's Witnesses are members of a truly unique religion.
In the first Place, the Witnesses are the only religion known best for its proselytizing door-to-door. As Whalen writes, "Chances are at least three people call at your home year after year: the tax assessor, the Fuller Brush man, and a Witness of Jehovah. The Witness considers his 'product' far more important (...)"
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Witness Protection, 2002.
A discussion of organized crime in the United States and the Witness Security Program.
7,490 words (approx. 30.0 pages), 38 sources, APA, $ 164.95
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This paper discusses the The Witness Security Program (WITSEC) which was created in the 1970s to protect, relocate, and provide new identities to witnesses of dangerous crimes. It examines how witness protection is one of the most useful and effective law enforcement tools that can be used in the fight against crime and in particular organized crime. It provides a definition of who is eligible for protection and the requirements to enter the program.
Outline:
History of Organized Crime in the U.S. (1850-1950)
History of Organized Crime in the U.S. (1950-Present)
The Witness Protection Program
Eligibility and Requirements for Induction into the Witness Protection Program
Witness Protection Programs in the World
Successes of the Witness Protection Program
The Downside of the Witness Protection Program
Conclusion
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"Many countries around the world have a witness protection program. In most cases, the witnesses are for drug, International Criminal Tribunal cases and criminal related charges. United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands are some of the countries that have a witness protection program. The United States, Canada and Australia have legislature for formal protection programs and dedicated officials who are involved in the program. In the United Kingdom, however, the local police are charged with the protection of the witnesses. The police rely on trained officers to provide witness ad hoc support. In Germany, there are no specific legal provisions to protect witnesses against organized crime."
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Jehovah?s Witness, 2006.
A study of Jehovah's Witness as a cult.
2,123 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper comes to prove that Jehovah's Witness is a cult. It offers a definition of what a cult is, and continues to explore the history and beliefs of the Jehovah's Witness following and how is distorts the essential doctrines of Christianity. In conclusion, the author discusses the danger of cults and the responsibility of the church to discredit them.
Introduction
History of Jehovah Witness
Jehovah Witness Beliefs
Distortion in this Cult
Conclusion
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"The Jehovah's Witnesses deem themselves to be Christians because they believe they are serving the true and living God. Like many cults, they think they are the only true church on earth. Yet, they reject the Trinity, the deity of Christ, the personhood of the Holy Spirit, Jesus' physical resurrection, and salvation by grace through faith. The Jehovah's Witnesses are dispirited from looking into Jehovah's Witness history or old Watchtower literature which is replete with contradictions, altered doctrines, and false prophecies. Instead, they are instruct repeatedly against basic Christian doctrines (Trinity, deity of Christ, etc) and into the notion that they alone are the true servants of God and that all others are either in "Christendom" or simply unbelievers. Primarily, the Jehovah's Witness organization is a mind control organization that uses its people to pass out literature and send in "donations" to the headquarters in Brooklyn, New York."
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Witness Protection Program, 2002.
Examines whether the "Witness Protection Program" is a safe haven for criminals or a new breeding place for crimes?
1,860 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper argues that criminals in the Witness Protection Program currently commit few crimes, but low staffing may change this in the future. It begins by defining and explaining more about the actual program and who is entitled to this benefit. It discusses the history of the program - how it was originally started to protect mafia members and its current status. The paper finally looks at some controversial issues surrounding the program, including the cases of some witnesses who committed serious crimes while participating in the program. Includes an outline and annotated bibliography.
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"The Witness Protection Program, where criminals guilty of crimes are given new identities and moved to new locations so they can testify against others without fear of reprisal, is a controversial approach to law enforcement because it releases known criminals into the community instead of sending them to prison. Criminals in the Witness Protection Program currently commit few crimes, but low staffing may change this in the future.
In order to gain convictions, prosecutors need persuasive evidence. When it comes to crimes committed by groups, such as by the Mafia or drug cartels, finding direct evidence may be difficult (SOC), and witnesses become important. Because these organizations retaliate viciously against anyone within their groups who testify against them, those with inside information often need special protection. Because of this problem, the Witness Protection Program was started."
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Margaret Edson's "Wit", 2006.
This brief, yet concise, paper examines the use of role reversal in Margaret Edson's textually rich stage production of "Wit", while also detailing the plot of the story as well as the main characters.
695 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 24.95
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This paper traces the ordeal of Dr. Bearing, distinguished scholar of 17th-century metaphysical poetry, from her diagnosis of ovarian cancer through her treatment under the watchful eye of Dr. Kelekian, as depicted in Margaret Edson's play "Wit." This paper analyzes Edson's stage production which is rich with word play, inter-textual gestures and most importantly, with irony. "Wit" is built primarily on the complex ironies available through the dramatic strategy of role reversal. The writer of this brief yet concise paper details the plot and main characters of the play.
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"This clearly delineated division in Donne's corpus of work reflects Dr. Bearing's own divided self. On the one hand a scholar of renown, she is a woman who has essentially turned away from her own body, relegating social life and personal relationships to a place of minor importance in her life. Without partner, lover, or even close friend, Bearing is, despite her claims to the contrary, negligent in her scholarship, unable and unwilling to even attempt to reconcile Dr. Donne (the spiritual) with John Donne. Ironic, too, is the fact that, in the end, the scholarly lover of the intensely spiritual poems is, like all patients in the ward, a prisoner of a body ravaged by cancer, a body that suffers and fails, and a body that can and does overwhelm even the strongest mind and strongest spirit."
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Witness Protection Program, 2004.
A history and overview of the FBI's witness protection program.
2,504 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines how the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), with the criticisms of its Witness Protection Program, stands at a juncture in its history where the structure and organization of the entire setup requires a much-needed revamp to provide appropriate solutions to the problems dictated by the new trends in the world of crime and justice. It analyzes the functions and structure of the Federal Bureau of Investigations Witness Protection Program, the important issues and problems pertaining to this program, and an interpretation of the current trends and the solutions that are envisaged by the public administration.
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"The Government has spend in billions on the witness Protection Program so far. The federal agencies including the U.S. Marshals coordinate in relocating the witnesses and if necessary, their associates and family members. (Federal Sentencing Reporter, 1998) The Attorney General ordered the Department of Justice, in the financial year of 2001, to create a list of the major money laundering and drug trafficking entities. The DEA and the Federal Bureau of Investigations and the U.S. Customs, part of the Department of Homeland Security) along with the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force and made a list of 53 most significant drug cartels that threaten the United States, called the Consolidated Priority Organization Target (CPOT) list, which is kept up to date to identify the suppliers to the United states and keep them in check."
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"Witness to Christ", 2004.
A review of the book, "Witness to Christ", by Dr. Stewart Custer.
870 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper discusses Custer's biblically-based, scholarly work, "Witness to Christ". The paper explains that Dr. Custer?s purpose in writing this book is to bring the reader close to the message, the culture, and experiences of the 1st century church as recorded in the "Book of Acts". The paper deduces that the book, "Witness to Christ", is a refreshing work, faithful to orthodox and fundamental Christian faith.
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"Many who undertake to write on spiritual matters do so with an eye to explain spiritual matters in a way that is acceptable to modern man. For these authors, Jesus was a great man, but not the son of God. For this group, the early church was a group of misguided and overly enthusiastic groupies who needed a political leader with divine attributes, and the record of Jesus contained in the New Testament is nothing more than the embellished stories which they told each other in order to find comfort in their political and social misery. Not so for Dr. Stewart Custer. Dr. Custer?s treatment of the Book of Acts in his book Witness to Christ is a biblically based scholarly work which expounds on the record while honoring the identity of Christ as the Son of God, and God the son. For bible students who want to get to know the historical context of the early church, while at the same time building an orthodox, fundamental understanding of both the bible and the early church, this book is a powerful addition to a personal library."
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Witness Protection Program, 2002.
Discussing the history, characteristics and necessity of the Federal Witness Protection Program .
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper begins by describing the history of the Federal Witness Protection Program and why it was first necessary to institute such a policy. An examination of the content of the law is provided with quotes from the law itself. The paper then relates famous cases of people who witnessed against organized criminals and then describes how the system works and its implemented. It concludes with examining the necessity of the program today.
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"The Federal Witness Protection Program was created in response to the dangers faced by witnesses who testified against organized crime. Americans are familiar with the program largely through media presentations showing individuals who are in the program, many of them ex-mobsters themselves who turned state's witness and then needed a new identity. A film such as GoodFellas shows how this works. The film is based on the book by Nicholas Pileggi, Wiseguy, and that book is told in the first person by the man who lived the actual events recounted, Henry Hill, for forty years a gangster associated with a New York crime family. Hill started as a young boy who admired the gangsters in his neighborhood in New York in the 1950s and aspired to be one, and in the end he defected to protect himself from prosecution and testified against his friends in the mob in the 1980s. He now lives under the witness protection program with an assumed identity, and he told his story to Pileggi, who wrote a detailed account of Hill's years with organized crime, an account that also revealed much about the workings of organized crime, the members of the gangs, the people who tolerate and even assist them, and both the perceived advantages and limitations of being a member of organized crime."
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Cultural and Spirituality: A Cuban Jehovah Witness, 2008.
This paper gives a cultural and spiritual assessment of a Cuban Jehovah's Witness from the nursing profession's point of view.
2,449 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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Culture is one of the defining concepts of nursing and is becoming more of an issue as demographics and population shift in the United States. If nurses are to provide truly holistic care, they must be prepared to cross the cultural divide and care for patients in the manner that they prefer. Understanding that there is vast diversity within every cultural group, nurses must rise above the stereotypes of any particular culture. Cultural and spiritual assessment is an important step towards providing safe, effective care with optimal outcomes. This paper discusses this point of view through the case study of a Cuban Jehovah's Witness.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Cultural Assessment
Client History/Overview
Communications
Family Roles and Organization
Biocultural Ecology
High-Risk Behaviors
Nutrition
Pregnancy and Childbearing Practices
Death Rituals
Health Care Practices
Health Care Practitioners
Spiritual Assessment
F: Faith or Beliefs
I: Importance and Influence
C: Community
A: Address/Application
Summary
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" Rice and beans provide the staple of the diet at home. It is customary for them to have bread at every meal. Salads are rarely served. Yucca and fried plantains are served with meals at least three times per week. In order for her to feel cared for, IH would desire a visit from the dietician. She does not really like vegetables and prefers her meals to be mostly carbohydrates. IH purchases and prepares all of the meals for her family. Cooking is not considered the males role. They do eat at restaurants occasionally on the weekends. Restaurant food choices include Mexican, Italian, and Chinese. They abstain from foods containing blood, which results in a predominately vegetarian diet. Fish is acceptable. Her dietary patterns would be highly considered in her care planning. She would be offended if she was served the traditional regular hospital breakfast of bacon and eggs."
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"Witness For the Prosecution", 2002.
A look at the adaptation of Agatha Christie's short story "Witness For the Prosecution" to a theater format.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses in detail the changes Agatha Christie found necessary in order to adapt her short story "Witness for the Prosecution" to a theater format. Various adaptations are analyzed, such as changes in dialogue, point of view, visual characterization aspects, and the use of accents.
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