Abstract This paper reviews and analyzes the Michigan's Sex Offender Registration (SOR) Act. The writer describes its history and explains that the establishment of a sex offender registration in the state of Michigan has become a significant tool for law enforcement, victims and the public in tracking convicted sex offenders. Since juvenile delinquents also commit sexual offenses, they are also mandated to report for placement on the sex offender registry, and the writer describes and analyzes Michigan's juvenile justice program with the Department of Human Services (DHS). In conclusion, the paper examines how the SOR Act impacts the juvenile justice policies of the DHS. A table of the sex offender registration offense codes is included as an appendix to the paper.
Outline:
Abstract
Policy Review
History
Registration and Reporting Requirements
Juvenile Registrations Violations
Amendments
Overview and Impact
Program Overview
Juvenile Justice Program
Population Serviced
Program Benefit and Nature of Service
Program Administration/Delivery and Design of the Delivery System
Program Funding and Mode of Finance
Policy and Program Considerations
Appendix A: Sex Offender Registration Offense Codes
From the Paper "Registered sex offenders are to report to law enforcement within 10 days if there are changes in their residence, place of work, place of education, or if they are paroled, or release from the department of corrections. If the move is to a new state, than law enforcement must be notified 10 days prior to the move to facility notification to the appropriate law enforcement authority where the sex offender will reside. Registration by sex offenders continues for 25 years following the date of initial registration or for 10 years after release from a state correctional facility, whichever is the longest, unless the conviction is of a specified offense in which case registration is for life."
Abstract This paper explains that one of the main changes introduced by the new Trade Marks Act is the "presumption of registrability" prescribed by s 33, which prescribes that an application for registration must be accepted unless the Registrar is satisfied that there are grounds for rejecting it. Thereby, the onus is no longer on the applicant to establish registrability but instead is shifted to the Registrar. The author reviews various cases and discovers an inconsistency in the court's interpretation and application of s 33 insofar as examination practice is concerned. The paper concludes that case law appears to be slightly more inclined to an interpretation that a trade mark will be registered unless there is some specific objection to it.
Table of Contents:
Historical Framework
Examination Today
Section 41
Interpretations by the Courts
Conclusion
From the Paper "In 'Kenman Kandy v Registrar of Trade Marks' (2002) 56 IPR 30, the millennium bug shape was rejected for being not inherently adapted to distinguish. On appeal to the federal court, however, it was explicitly stated that the impact upon the access of other traders to the use of insect like shapes as trade marks is speculative. That is, the likelihood that other traders in the course of their businesses, and without improper motives, would desire to use a shape such as the millennium bug, and in other words, the bug's inherent adaptability to distinguish, is speculative."
Abstract This paper will explore both the negative and positive aspects of sex offender registration in the United States through a review of recent literature and legislation relevant to the issue and include some references to specifics of Californian laws and experiences.
Abstract This research paper describes the process of forming a bank holding company in the United States. The behavior of a bank holding company is strongly linked to the success of the banks it holds. Therefore, if business leaders can pinpoint how to set up a successful holding structure, they may have a better chance of successfully progressing their business. This study examines the positive and negative aspects of forming a bank holding company. By reviewing existing literature and conducting an empirical study, the author provides recommendations about the structure and governance of bank holding companies to help interested parties determine the best way to form a bank holding company.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose and Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Definition of Terms
Overview of the Study
Chapter 2 ? Literature Review
Understanding Banks
Forming and Expanding a Bank Holding Company
Financial Holding Company Requirements
BHC Regulations
Capital Building Options for Bank Holding Companies
Pros and Cons of Forming a Bank Holding Company
Stocks and Governance
Corporate Governance and Banking Law
The Role of Bank and Holding Company Audit Committees
Chapter 3 - Methodology
Data Gathering Method
Database of Study
Validity of Data
Chapter 4 - Data Analysis
Chapter 5 - Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
Bibliography
From the Paper "Third, when the governance of the holding company works as it should, all of the interested stakeholders become aligned. The umbrella supervisor, the holding company, the bank, and the bank supervisor should work toward the same goal: the safe and sound operation of the enterprise. Holding company control is one salutary structural feature that should remain."
Abstract This paper examines the various stages of group development and focuses on the forming stage. It explains that if the forming stage has not been effective, this reduces the effectiveness of all the remaining stages and, therefore, the performance of the team. The paper defines the forming phase, describes what is occurring in the forming phase, and explains what happens if the forming phase is not completed effectively.
From the Paper "In 1965 psychologist Bruce W. Tuckman published a paper describing a model of group development. This model described the stages teams develop through to arrive at the point where they are performing, or actively working together as a team. Tuckman referred to the three initial stages as forming, storming, and norming. According to Tuckman, teams work through these stages to finally arrive at a point where they are performing. In addition, Tuckman noted that any problems in any of the stages will effect the ability of the team to function in the remaining stages. For example, a team can get through forming, and move onto storming."
Abstract This paper compares the manifestos on twentieth century architecture. Walter Gropius proposed an architectural form that was purely functional, and based on art and engineering. De Stijl's movement proposed abstraction and simplicity. Kasimir Malevich believed in minimal art in the form based on his ideas. Theo van Doesburg proposed elemental and functional architectural form. Antonio Sant'Elia's architectural form was the only negative and revolutionary one.
Abstract This paper describes Aristotle's arguments against the ability of the Platonic theory of forms to adequately explain our knowledge of things.
The author explains that, in his arguments against Plato's theory of forms, Aristotle asserts that Plato's conception of the forms as the cause of our knowledge of all things is incomplete in its ability to explain the causes of the material world and our knowledge of it. If all knowledge was caused by the forms themselves, it follows that it would be impossible to acquire knowledge, for it would already be known.
From the Paper "Aristotle, in his Metaphysics, argues against the ability of the Platonic theory of Forms to adequately explain our knowledge of things, through its inability to describe the causal nature of the sensible world and prohibition of an ability to acquire knowledge. Aristotle prefaces his argument by refuting the view that the Forms are able to explain the being of things, essentially noting that they have no relation to the causes evident in the sensible world. Immobile Forms cannot explain motion; Forms without substance cannot be the substance of the material. Having established their inadequate relationship to the being of things, Aristotle then addresses the manner in which the Forms cannot either cause our knowledge of things. This end is achieved through four arguments, where if the Forms stand as the cause of our knowledge of all things, we would already have an a priori knowledge of all things and their material composition, which could not have been forgotten and was accessible to our sensory perception.
"Aristotle's first argument against the Forms as a cause of the knowledge of things is that it is impossible to have a prior knowledge of things, though this is exactly what the Forms would be. As Aquinas explains in his commentary, "...if the Ideas [Forms] are the cause of our knowledge, men must have a knowledge of all things, because the Ideas are the intelligible structures of all knowable things". If such were the case, man would already possess the very knowledge he sought to acquire; and it is apparent that men do acquire knowledge, as Aristotle demonstrates in his tracing of the history of philosophy as a development of the knowledge of causes. Knowledge may be said to generate from things already known, from particular to universal or vice-versa, but the knowledge itself is not already known. If knowledge of all things was based upon the Forms, man would already know everything and as such would never acquire knowledge."
Abstract Euthanasia has become an important issue in the protection of human dignity. As medical science becomes more adept at prolonging life, but not necessarily at making that life valuable, euthanasia becomes an option to be considered by those who suffer, those who love them, and those who are charged with their care. This paper looks at the two distinct forms of euthanasia - the passive form, which refers to the withdrawal of measures that keep a moribund person alive and the active form, where a positive action is taken that leads directly to the death of the patient.
From the Paper "Some try to differentiate between active and passive euthanasia and to find that active euthanasia is wrong, while passive euthanasia may be allowable in some cases. James Rachels addresses this distinction and notes that the distinction exists not only in law but in the moral code adhered to by many medical practitioners, who see clear reasons not to engage in active euthanasia but who see passive euthanasia as sometimes necessary. Rachels, however, finds good reasons why the distinction is not as simple as it might seem and why passive euthanasia may itself involve an untenable choice, making the choice of passive euthanasia not more acceptable than active euthanasia but less."
Tags: Ellen, Goodman, compassionate, law, Roman, Catholic
Abstract Throughout its history, philosophical writings have primarily been conventional expositions of arguments. However, there have been exceptions, notably the literary forms of the dialogue, the aphorism, the poem, and others. Sometimes, the chosen format functioned specifically to convert the reader, but sometimes not. This paper looks at the relationship, or the lack of one, between literary forms and intent. There is specific scrutiny of Lucretius's "Of the Nature of Things" and Spinoza's "Ethics".
From the Paper "Perhaps, the geometrical form was pedagogical, or a reaction to the imprecision of the prevailing Renaissance style, or a way of avoiding the traditional Scholastic "disputations and questions" format. (Wolfson 32-60) As Wolfson, a major Spinoza interpreter suggests, he ?had something new to say, and he wished to say it in a new way.? (59) It may have simply been a ?desire to produce a book which externally would be different from all other books on philosophy.? (59) Or in Martha Nussbaum's interesting discussion about literary form and content, she specifically cites the example of Spinoza's Ethics and offers the suggestion that this project of writing craft expressed a joy that accompanies the peace of mind found in his philosophy. ?Spinoza cultivates the intellectual joy of which he will speak. (35)"
Abstract Ancient Greek philosopher, Plato, presented his theory of forms, a philosophical standpoint that views reality as divided into truth and illusion. The paper answers two questions: What is the world of forms in Plato's philosophy and why does Plato think the world of forms must exist?
From the Paper "One of the most accessible descriptions of the relationship between the forms and the particulars is in the famous cave allegory. In this allegory all humanity lives in a cave with the Forms or ideal reality outside the cave. Living in the cave humanity is aware only of the shadows of the Forms as they continually reflect themselves on the cave walls. We therefore never see the true nature of ourselves or reality but only reflections or fleeting glimpses of the truth."
Abstract The paper discusses the importance of disseminating information clearly, concisely and in an organized fashion in the ER or ICU setting. This will help prevent medical errors and improve the efficiency of the health care team. The paper supports the use of a concise, targeted and organized report form to provide better delivery of patient information. The paper discusses the option of hiring nurse support staff members to transfer information from patient files to a form that clearly defines the patients needs, medical and testing history. The paper concludes that use of a structured form will help organize information about patients admitted to the emergency room, allowing support staff to later take this information and ensure the best possible care to patients in recovery.
From the Paper "The American Organization of Nurse Executives (1999) reports it is vital clear, targeted and organized information passes between staff when caring for patients in an emergent setting. Use of a detailed form providing sequential information on different systems impacted including neurological, pulmonary, cardiac and other systems in logical order will help nurses in the ICU and floor assess patient's needs more adequately without missing important information. This in turn may lead to better care; far too often disorganized information or knowledge sharing leads to patient mishaps or less optimal recovery times, in part because important information like labs or procedures that can help patients may be delayed."
Abstract In this article the writer discusses that Socrates accomplishes much of his rational argument based on establishing that forms or ideal structures only result in knowledge and he argues that sophists make of knowledge nothing but a commodity. The writer points out that Socrates' ultimate demise is well-known through the reproduction of his argument by his star pupil, Plato and it is to Plato that most Socratic researchers must rely on to gain a better understanding of Socrates because he never wrote anything at all. The writer notes that it is Socrates' use of forms as a paradigm for epistemological study which has freed philosophical pursuits from simple contemplation of knowledge and moved it to the application of insight and wisdom. The writer maintains that for Socrates, the world of forms was useful as a rational construct upon which to make his philosophical points; that is, knowledge to Socrates was only the starting point for philosophical debate whereas for others such as the sophists, knowledge and the pursuit of it were the ultimate goal or pursuit.
From the Paper "However, the force of Socrates' renunciation of sophist thought and doctrine comes through so clearly in Plato's work that it is clear that Plato relied on Socratic opinion almost exclusively for the foundation of his most renowned works such as the Republic which contains a series of Plato's works. Therefore, were this last the case then Plato would be known almost exclusively as the father of philosophy rather than Socrates and Socrates would be a mere footnote. Yet, the marvel of Socrates' fame and his foundational position in the philosophical body of knowledge is that through him philosophy was given a greater conception of itself as separate from pure knowledge which Socrates demonstrated was relatively invaluable without the more important qualities of moral justice, wisdom, and restraint.."
Abstract This paper examines attention-attracting styles in poetry, primarily open form poetry. It uses the anonymous poem: "What a wonderful bird the frog are,? to highlight the characteristics of open form poetry explains the effect that this style of poetry has on the reader. It also touches on other attention-attracting devices, such as startling and repetition.
From the Paper "Artists and writers utilize all manner of devices to attract their readers? attentions. Vladimir Nabokov, in his tome ?Pale Fire,? framed a novel in the form of a poem and its associated criticism. Nabokov publically stated that he attempted absolute mediocrity in writing the poem ?Pale Fire,? but this only showcases the unerring genius in the remainder of the work -- and as some critics would have it, genius in the poem itself despite Nabokov's own disclaimer. Thomas Pynchon, in his epic ?Gravity's Rainbow,? used all manner of attention-getting including various songs that the reader automatically sets to music in her head."
Abstract This paper compares 19th century African-American cultural forms, such as Minstrel Shows, with contemporary "black" music as a way to reveal how racism continues to be maintained through cultural appropriation.
Abstract This paper is an essay using examples of modern technology to argue in favor of function following form, even though there can be cases when form and function are one.
From the Paper "The debate about form and function is an ongoing one. Some argue that form follows function; others like architect Frank Lloyd Wright, believed that form and function are one. However, in contemporary society, there is ample evidence that function follows form, for without an understanding of form, we cannot derive function. Even so, there are some cases when form and function are one. Body In Leach's 'Rethinking Architecture' (Umberto Eco) provides an example of form and function via a story about an elevator."
