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Introduction The labor market is one of the aspects of macroeconomics that governments use to ensure growth in the economy of a country. It is essential in the creation of revenue for the country as well as providing a means to earn an income for the population. As such, governments...
Introduction Global warming is an undisputed international problem. The discourse surrounding this issue has attracted disparate opinions from lawmakers, investors, and the public among others. One of the ideas and approaches that have been adopted is iron fertilization. Iron fertilization is a form of geoengineering, which involves the intentional introduction...
In “Our blind spot about guns,” Kristof (2019) argues that gun regulations are less strict than those imposed on cars and that changing the matter would save lives. In “Don’t make English official – Ban it instead,” Baron (2019) offers to make the English language illegal as an unusual way...
Introduction Previously, identity theft was considered a personal crime requiring criminals to have some form of contact with the victim. In this research paper, identity theft reflects unauthorized gathering and deceitful use of other individuals’ personal information. Today, however, identity theft has changed completely since it can be conducted as...
Conflict theorists note that social and economic forces operating in society encourage individuals to engage in crime. The theory claims that the criminal justice system in society sets moral standards that cannot be attained by the poor. Therefore, poor individuals are accused of engaging in criminal activities because they lack...
The case of Miranda vs. Arizona can be described as a landmark case because after finding its way to US Supreme Court it altered the American jurisprudence (Soltero, 61–74). This case was responsible for what is known as the Miranda Rights which basically constitutes the right to remain silent. This...
Synopsis This case provides adequate information on how BCCI bank was involved in a global financial crime of laundering billions of dollars globally. The case identifies the major continents affected by the criminal activities of the BCCI bank. These continents are America, Asia, Africa, and Europe (BCCI 1). Billions of...
Legal provisions within the health care sector allow patients in hospitals or nursing homes to express their acceptance or refusal of the administration of various medical procedures in case their health deteriorates to a state whereby they can no longer make sound decisions. The PSDA encourages health care providers to...
Introduction To better understand radical criminology theory, it is important to first have a basic idea on what is criminology. Criminology is a field of study that endeavours to establish the main causes of crime, definition of crime in terms of law and the reaction of people in the society...
Introduction Free media are designed to ensure that the government provides information to its citizens in the United States, and citizens can control the government. The U.S. press offers a wide field of expression, limiting government action by law and representing a wide variety of ideas. The highest institution in...
Over the years, there are several debates have arisen on the effectiveness of police patrols in crime prevention. Conventionally, there has been a general agreement in society that the primary responsibility of the police force is crime deterrence. Society has placed huge demands on the police force; ranking among the...
Introduction The changes in the English constitution could be viewed from the following aspects: Principles of UK Constitution It is first of all, necessary to delve into the matter of principle of English law. The singular most important aspect of the UK Constitution is that relating to the complete and...
The case of Cameron Todd Willingham was one of the most controversial criminal justice cases handled in Texas. In 2004, the man was charged with the murder of his three young children by arson. In Death by Fire, the PBS crew provides an analysis of the case, with the focus...
Introduction Declining biodiversity across the world has compelled many countries to come up with effective conservation measures that enhance sustainable use of natural resources. The Costa Rica National Institute of Biodiversity entered into unique agreement in 1991 with a pharmaceutical company, Merck & Company, which allowed joint exploration and exploitation...
Abstract Jeffrey Macdonald is an American serial killer who became notorious after murdering his entire family. At an early age, MacDonald showed no signs of violent behavior. His junior schoolteachers assert that he was a bright and quiet pupil. After completing high school, MacDonald joined a university in Chicago for...
Critical evaluation of the Indian political system India is in essence a sovereign, democratic, secular state with a profound parliamentary structure of government. On 26 of November 1949, the nation’s constituent adopted the constitution, however, the constitution came into operation in the wake of 1950. According to legal experts, the...
Need Assessment and Policy Design The original social problem that requires a solution is families at risk of entering the child welfare system. Various reasons lead to family problems, including parent’s substance use disorders. Children in these families experience parental neglect or abuse and are more likely to have a...
Description of how Evolution of justice and security in the 21st century balances rights and freedoms with caution and ample authority to protect the citizens, while respecting constitutional assurance concerning individual rights The kind of justice system in the 21st century has remarkably changed if it’s compared to other centuries...
Intellectual Property Rights Intellectual property is a very precious commodity in today’s business world. Intellectual Property Rights form part of the assets of a company. It is therefore important for businesses to identify, secure, and value their intellectual properties. However, it has not been easy for many businesses to identify...
Introduction Taxation has been present since the late nineteenth century and plays a significant function in society. Every administration in each country needs revenue to sponsor its activities. With no taxes, governments would be unable to operate effectively as they are required to raise revenue, and the most efficient method...
Introduction While there are many lawful matters in this incidence, the rescue services manager’s discharge based on his alleged neglect and the legality of this fire are the key items of concern. The soundness of this discharge can thus be founded on the legitimacy of the alleged negligence on the...
A witness’s testimony is a synthesis of information known to a person about the circumstances to be established in a criminal case, made during interrogation in the manner prescribed by law as a witness. Eyewitness testimony is the most common type of evidence during an investigation. Historically, such statements have...
There are various labor laws as well as acts in the United States of America that specify the criteria on which American firms should use to carry out their employment, treat their workforce and the process they adopt while trading locally and internationally. The Fair Labor Standard Act is an...
Dramatic incidents involving firearms in the United States are drawing more and more attention to gun control. The availability of guns leads to episodes of violence with their use. The Washington Post reports 163 incidents of mass shootings between 1967 and 2019 (Berkowitz and Alcantara). Moreover, from 2014 to 2016,...
Business tort cases may take various forms, but all of them are rather severe and challenging for an organization. The outcome of any of them can have a serious impact on the future and success of a company. For all business owners, such cases are a significant and severe threat...
Introduction Marijuana is the universal name for the unfinished drug that comes from a plant called cannabis sativa. Marijuana has a chemical called delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), including other chemicals. Marijuana cigarette mostly referred to as “joint” is prepared from dried particles of the plant. The quantity of THC in marijuana establishes...
Types of authorized deductions that an employer can make from the salary of an employee The Singapore Employment Act, Part III, section 27 deals with the following authorized deductions from the employee’s salary. Circumstances under which an employee is required to work more than 6 consecutive hours without a period...
The British established the original formal criminal integrity structure during the American Revolt. The criminal justice system (CJS) was developed to oversee the rationalization of hanging to the British citizens. In every chosen region a magistrate existed, who in current time is named a judge. These people were at the...
Introduction The main reason why United States Congress passed the Equal Employment Opportunity Act in1972 was to promote justice and equality in all federal employment departments. This act brought sanity in many departments including the police. For a number of years, the police department was a symbol of many cases...
Police officers have the responsibility of defending the lives of citizens by maintaining law and order. However, in attempts to avoid being arrested, some criminals are normally willing to escape without much concern to the dangers that they pose to their lives as well as those of other innocent citizens...
The advent of the Internet and the overall digitalization of the 21st century have significantly changed the methods and processes of the purchase but not its essence. The introduction of modern technologies also affected the legislative sphere, which had to be adapted to new economic measures. That is why a...
Introduction Law enforcement fatalities have increased over the years leading to public dissatisfaction with the police service. Mental health issues in the police service have also been on the rise resulting in conditions, such as depression and suicide. Therefore, the police department has to improve the wellness and safety of...
At present, eyewitness memories are often the single critical source of information for investigating what happened during a criminal offense. Nonetheless, it is sometimes inaccurate, not relevant to reality, and a significant contributor to unfair sentences. It is believed that false memories are more challenging to recover than correct reminiscence....
The proposed study examines the psychological underpinning of true crime obsession to demonstrate why this genre became popular. Hence, for this purpose, it is vital to present general information on the subject. The sources providing these data are the articles written by James Norton and the video “America Is Obsessed...
Introduction Labor law is one of the main guarantees of safe working conditions and fair treatment of employees in any country. Labor conditions in the United States can vary from state to state, as, along with federal laws, each state’s government adopts local laws. For this reason, although the fundamental...
Role of Information in criminal investigation When conducting a crime, perpetrators can leave signals that represent valuable information being left behind. This can include eyewitness descriptions, murder weapons, fingerprints, and others. However, Investigators cannot make conclusions based on one type of evidence, so gathering all kinds of information is essential....
The United States Supreme Court is a federal body that was established to ensure conformity to the requirements and needs of a democratic society. It was accentuated by the urge to pursue social change and freedom among the American people. The Warren Court, led by Chief Justice Earl Warren, made...
Background There were approximately 29, 900 gangs in the US by the year 2011, and 29, 001 in the previous year (Egley & Howell, 2013). In terms of membership, there were about 756,000 gang members in 2010, and 782, 499 in 2011. The number of homicides that these gangs committed...
A single corporate crime can cause financial, psychological, or physical harm to many people. The fiscal impact of white-collar crimes significantly surpasses those of blue-collar offenses. It is worthwhile to note that a corporate felony is a form of white-collar crime (Goode, 2016). For example, the World Health Organization reports...
Introduction The success of an organization is largely dependent on forces external to it and operating in a global external environment. For the effective implementation of managerial functions, it is necessary to understand the effect of these forces. Organizations have to adapt to changes in the environment and accordingly adjust...
Introduction Though it may seem that justice proceedings have to be conducted in person, it is possible to make several unexpected changes. Because of COVID-19, some non-urgent court hearings were temporarily postponed to reduce the burden on the judiciary. However, since there is no clear end of the crisis in...
Parties: Daryl Renard Atkins, who initiated legal action in the court, and the United States government that prosecuted the defendant. Facts: The discussed case is a criminal procedure involving cruel and unusual punishment — death penalty. Daryl Renard Atkins was convicted in several serious illegal actions, such as armed robbery,...
To improve regulatory matters or protect their social, economic, and other rights and interests, law enforcement officers organize and voluntarily join their professional unions. Operating in compliance with the United States legislation, these social institutions serve the law enforcement community, meeting police officers’ requirements and satisfying their needs in various...
For many decades, the relationship between minority groups in various American cities and law enforcement has been described as tense. Scholars recognize that hostility between police and multiple communities became one of the leading causes of massive civil unrest in the 1960s (White et al. 690). However, to resolve this...
Introduction The video Kids Behind Bars addresses several important questions regarding juvenile justice, the most important of which is the necessity of rehabilitating and reforming juvenile delinquents. Even though the juvenile justice system currently tends to “get tough” on juveniles and treat them as adults, this approach seems to be...
Introduction Two parallel systems of justice coexist in the United States today, often operating at cross-purposes due to their different sets of rules. While the conventional court system is based on a strict application of laws and procedures, the court of a public opinion involves a more spontaneous use of...
In 1925 the State of Tennessee passed a law that prohibited the teaching of evolution in schools funded by the State. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) was quick to realize that this law was not only an attempt to control public school curriculum it was also a violation of...
Introduction Juvenile delinquency is a legal term used to describe children or adolescent behavior that would otherwise be termed as criminal in a court of law if done by adults. In our community, children are mostly associated with theft, truancy, and general disobedience while rape and other violent behaviors are...
Introduction Corporate scandals have become the stories behind many a company’s downfall1 and Corporate governance reforms throughout the world were triggered by the scandals which rocked the corporate world (Yang, 2006, p.75). Corporate crime in UK On December 23rd, a few activists who were harassing and blackmailing the employees of...
Introduction Organized crime is defined as the “systematically unlawful activity for profit on a city-wide, interstate, and even international scale”. It is believed that criminal organizations are trying to maintain their illegal activities as a secret. Gangs, youth groups that are usually connected with juvenile activities are sometimes considered as...
Discrimination Employers are prohibited from discriminating against persons aged 40 years and over in hiring, discharge, compensation terms, conditions and privileges of employment {the age discrimination of employment} It is unnecessary to impose certain age limits for certain profession if evidence shows the ability to perform certain job significantly. Thus...
Introduction This essay will attempt to analyze the extent to which developments in restorative justice practices are for the benefit of victims and is a useful alternative to our traditional criminal justice system. Restorative justice has been defined in several different ways. In essence, it involves trying to restore victims,...
Introduction The legislature itself has certain responsibilities in the way in which it frames legislation, or in the manner in which it effectuates more general administrative changes. The judiciary may well have to fashion appropriate tools of review to deal with these novel institutional changes. Legislation or law making can...
Introduction The Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) was signed in 2002 following the terrorist attacks of September, 2001. The act tasked the Area Maritime Security Committees (AMSCs) to collaborate in securing the country’s ports, as well as respond to potential threats and prevent them. This report discusses the role of...
Introduction The workplace presents a delicate surrounding that is full of different types of personalities and risks. The varying demands of safety, comfort, and work-life balance generate numerous problems for human resource managers. The practices of human resource departments have assisted in the creation of safe and comfortable environments for...
Introduction The given proposal revolves around a one-on-one mentoring program that can be used by police departments to improve officers’ competence, share critical experiences, and achieve higher performance levels. Design of the Mentoring Program Mentoring presupposes conscientious, responsible work, and reduces training costs. To implement it, a list of candidates...
Introduction It is difficult to overestimate the significance of legislation for everyday life. Relevant laws are created to regulate relationships in all spheres where possible problems can arise. It refers to concluding various agreements, employment issues, safety, and many others. Among them, the laws that govern relationships between spouses are...
Albert Fish: Overview If every single creepy story ever told by the campfire or within the confinement of anonymous Internet forums could come to life, it would probably take the shape of Albert Fish. With his record of kidnapping, murder, grand larceny, and overall deviant behavior, the man wrote himself...
Introduction The situational report on the Courtelaney Pass police department presents a number of important issues that should be addressed by the police administration, including the Chief of Police. Racial tensions, questionable investigative and enforcement practices, poor community crime reporting, and the lack of diversity in the department are among...
Community-based corrections compose the alternative to prison or jail, allowing placing offenders in the community under correctional supervision. The primary purpose of such correction seems to be associated with the idea that effective rehabilitation may happen only in the real world. Usually, only low-level and non-violent criminals are placed in...
Introduction Criminal justice represents the system, which is a set of constituent elements that have specific interconnections and links with the environment (Neubauer & Fradella, 2018). Criminal justice consists of several stages of the criminal process, the first of which is pretrial procedures involving the initiation of criminal proceedings and...
Introduction There are several elements that are important for analyzing any legal agreement. Firstly, much attention should be paid to the rights and responsibilities of each side. Secondly, it is critical to identify the conditions under which this agreement can be enforced in court. These issues can be better illustrated...
A reminder, what does this episode say is the purpose of the juvenile justice system? According to the information presented in the episode, the purpose of the juvenile justice system is to help teenagers rehabilitate instead of punishing them for their crimes. The author also states that the purpose is...
Introduction One of the most interesting speech code cases I would like to highlight is the UWM Post v. Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin (1989) case, which is related to discrimination and discriminatory harassment code. First of all, it should be pointed out that the code is...
Cyber-bullying and cyber-stalking are rather close in meaning, but there is a slight difference in definition of these terms. Cyber-bullying is explained as the use of cell phones or the Internet with the aim of posting pictures or text messages that may cause mental discomfort to another person (Taylor, Fritsch,...
To what extent are property offenders’ rational actors? Many people are convinced that property offenders are rarely guided by any logic or rationality. However, many of them are. The truth is the logic of such a person is not the same as the logic of an engineer or a mathematician,...
Introduction The modern digitalized society provides multiple benefits for people because of the accessibility of information. At the same time, it also generates many concerns about the protection of data and copyright issues. The fact is that the rapid development of the Internet and emergence various databases containing thousands of...
Introduction The juvenile justice system in the United States was established to help in transforming children who engage in criminal acts or unlawful behavior. The system is structured in a way that is meant to help these youngsters understand how to lead a normal life as per the laws of...
Issue Facing Law Enforcement: Online Crimes and Social Media Today, the role of law enforcement and police is integral in society. In addition to the fact that many police officers and administrators aimed at protecting civilians and keeping order in the country, these people become solid examples of how to...
Introduction There are many important concepts in today’s criminal system. A false confession is one of the terms that are frequently used by modern criminologists. Media says that despite the intentions of the system to protect the population against wrong and prejudice judgments, hundreds of prisoners remain the victims of...
Introduction People who are convicted of felony and other crimes may experience a relapse into undesired behaviors that are criminal in nature after they are released from prisons or after undergoing an intervention to discourage the return of such illicit ways. Shepherd, Luebbers, and Ogloff (2016) study the role of...
The 21st Century Cures Act of 2016 (2016), which has been a public law since the end of 2016 in the US, incorporates multiple important provisions regarding technology in healthcare, especially in connection to informatics. This paper is dedicated to its Section 4003. Section 4003 focuses on the nationwide interoperability...
Statement of Issue The Affordable Care Act, the original purpose of which was the improvement of public health through an increase in insurance and coverage rates, is achieving unsatisfactory results. The reform has resulted in greater access to health care and improved health outcomes, but the provisions also resulted in...
Introduction Individuals operating in the modern business environment must be able to form a contract by taking a rigidly schematic approach to rights, duties, and privileges of all the parties involved. Those entering the world of business should also know how to evaluate the enforceability of a legally binding agreement...
Introduction The case of Jake Baker (1997) transformed into a full-scale debate on topics ranging from freedom of expression to pornography and obscenity. To better analyze the ethical aspects of Baker’s case, it is important to first consider three key factors. The first factor is the nature of the stories...
Causes and Motives of the Detroit Rioters During the Second World War, Detroit was the center of the American automobile industry and was considered a developing and prosperous city. However, the problem that virtually all the major cities of the United States of that time faced was racial inequality and...
Texting and driving refers to the act of receiving, reading and sending text messages while operating a motor vehicle, which is a hazardous practice that causes many fatalities. The act is so dangerous that it has been outlawed in some states in the United States. The habit is most common...
The criminal justice system collaborates with different agencies in order to tackle the major issues affecting the United States. The targeted project topic focuses on the problem of juvenile delinquency. Studies indicate that more youths and children commit different forms of crime in the United States. Such crimes continue to...
Introduction Insecurity and crime are some of the problems affecting many societies across the globe. Such challenges have informed the development of criminal justice systems. Such frameworks are designed in such a way that they can detect criminals and crimes. Culprits are usually arrested, tried, and charged by their offenses....
The impetus for the Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union (ACTWU) organizing effort at SGA Industries The fact that the union experienced earlier defeat in the representation campaign has become the impetus for launching the organizing effort at SGA. Organizing effort stands for the intention to organize non-unionized workers to...
Abstract This paper discusses the significance of the Religious, Mental Health, and Educational programs within the penal paradigm (in the US), assessed through the lenses of the Deterrence, Incapacitation, Punishment/Retribution, Restorative Justice, and Rehabilitation philosophies of corrections. It also provides some discursive insights into what accounts for the main obstacles...
Abstract Prostitution is one of the most ancient professions that attract criticism and praise at equal measures. The opponents of prostitution believe that it not only contributes to moral decadence, but also leads to erosion of cultural values. On the other hand, the proponents believe that it is a way...
Environmental Legislation Clean Water Act (CWA) is the legislation piece of the United States that determines water quality standards, serves as a basis for the enactment of pollution control programs, and regulates the presence of contaminants in surface water. The law covers both point and non-point pollution sources. The former...
Organizational structure is a major factor that determines the management styles and performance of various organizations. According to Myers (2017), organizational structure determines the division of work, assignment of duties, and the level of authority of employees and management levels. Vertical and horizontal organizational structures are two major forms of...
Organization background Founded in 1895, the Nortel Networks Corporation was a multinational company dealing in telecommunication services and manufacturing of different networking equipment. The company’s headquarters was in Ontario, Canada. Following a scandal which begun in the year 2009, the company was dissolved in the same year. This dissolution was...
Introduction By and large, administrative laws are an important characteristic of any country that claims to be democratic. Procedural fairness refers to a set of values that are safeguarded by legal assurances embedded in the law and meant to protect citizens. Essential values associated with procedural fairness include an individual’s...
Introduction Over the years, Mexico has been associated with production, distribution and consumption of drugs, an exercise that is mainly conducted by organized groups commonly referred to as cartels. Currently, there are six major cartels in drug syndicates namely Sinaloa Federation, Gulf Cartel, Los Zetas, Juarez cartel, Tijuana, and Beltran...
Introduction Competition law is a regulation that is enacted to promote market rivalry. It achieves this by regulating anti-competitive practices in the business arena. The legislation is enforced through a partnership between the private and the public sectors. In the United States and the European Union, the edict is referred...
Abstract The given paper is devoted to the investigation of the topical theme of juvenile delinquency and punishments provided to young offenders. The modern justice system considers this group to be more vulnerable and important for society and provides an altered approach to sentencing. However, this perspective might be considered...
Children are the future leaders and optimal growth and development in a favorable environment is paramount. Unfortunately, the few studies available indicate that children are usually victims of both direct and indirect domestic violence, and this leaves damaging psychological effects that interfere with a child’s social, behavioral and personal development....
Abstract Forensic toxicology entails the analysis of stains and drugs found in fluids and solid materials collected from a crime scene. Numerous methods are used in a toxicological analysis. Currently, scientists use Quick Kits in analyzing drugs in tissues obtained from both living and dead organisms. Also, forensic science uses...
Though it is usually referred to as social animals and having the tendency to live in communities, people need personal privacy. Thus, according to the U.S. Constitution, every single citizen of the state is entitled to privacy based on the irrefutable rights that are provided to each U.S. resident since...
Introduction A sales contract is an agreement between a seller and buyer. The contract states the terms of engagement and period that a transaction took place and it is signed when a product is transferred from the seller to the buyer (Twomey, 2013) A mutual mistake of fact refers to...
Introduction Human beings around the world have to work in a bid to earn a living. It is an important aspect of human survival, and even the Holy Bible advises people to work, and anyone who does not work is advised not to eat probably because the earth is no...
Introduction Social justice entails the capability of individuals to achieve their dreams and aspirations in society without hindrance from the government. Justice has been used traditionally to refer to the responsibility of individuals to fulfill their duties and roles, as well as receive protection of the state. When used in...
Introduction to Human Rights According to Pereira (2007), human rights are universally inalienable. All human beings are entitled to these rights at birth. Also, they are said to be egalitarian and wide-ranging. In this paper, the author analyses an example of human rights abuse in the contemporary world. The human...
Introduction The debate surrounding the legal use and possession of marijuana has been ongoing for decades. Still, with the substance now legalized in many states, it is essential to consider the associated laws and regulations. This essay will compare the laws regarding drinking alcohol while driving and using marijuana while...
Introduction Criminal justice seeks to understand and explain criminal behavior in order to develop strategies for preventing and eradicating it. One of the theories that best explains the causes of criminal behavior is the Social Learning Theory (SLT). This theory justifies the development of criminal patterns as a result of...
Fourth Amendment, Policies, and Society Historical Foundations of the Fourth Amendment The Fourth Amendment was designed to prohibit unreasonable searches and seizures. This legislative measure had several serious justifications, which led to its implementation and subsequent extension to all law enforcement. The Fourth Amendment states that “the right of the...
Introduction The labor market is constantly changing due to globalization processes and the active development of digital technologies in the labor sphere. The transformation of content, nature, and work processes contributes to the spread of non-standard forms of employment, which a decrease in social protection for employees can accompany. Employment is...
Introduction The debate over the minimum legal drinking age (MLDA) has been ongoing for several decades in the United States. The proponents of both views have strong and valid points about whether the MLDA should remain 21 or be lowered to 18 or 16. Henry Wechsler and Nelson F. Toben...
Background Copyright violations have been a significant problem in the music industry for many years. Toobad Todie, an aspiring rap artist, created a new song by using the melody of an old Beatles hit, “She Loves You,” without the consent of the original song’s copyright owners. As a result, Paul McCartney...
Introduction One of the contemporary issues I have observed as a criminal justice officer in my field is the release of offenders from prison without giving them enough support to avoid recidivism. The criminal justice system requires a practical approach that can reduce recidivism. There is a persistently high recidivism...
Introduction This report will analyze the case study “South Jersey Doctor Charged in Health Care Fraud Billing Scheme” presented by the Department of Justice (2020). The prosecution of South Jersey doctor Dr. Morris Antebi on healthcare fraud charges and wire fraud charges. Mail fraud is a stark reminder of the...
Introduction Leadership is an integral part of any field, as it helps guide the team and helps each individual grow and fulfill their potential. As a person working in criminal justice, I am responsible for nurturing other leaders as well. Although the process of developing leaders depends on an individual,...
Introduction The issue of prisoner sexual assault persists as the number of people locked up in the United States reaches unprecedented highs. No inmate is entirely safe from assault, but some factors make certain prisoners more likely to be targeted (Kowalski et al., 2020). Most of those who work in...
Introduction In all modern disciplines, theories and approaches that can shape thinking and help improve any area are very important. In justice organizations, two approaches have played a significant role in establishing the most beneficial ways to manage the modern justice system. James Munro and Geoff Gallas are theorists whose...
Introduction The history of the United States of America has witnessed a significant number of spikes and declines in crime. Various factors preceded this, such as the tightening or relaxation of laws. This essay will discuss the reasons for the Great American crime drop according to the theory of mass...
Introduction A mental health court is a legal process that specializes in cases related to mental illness and behavioral problems. This type of court, sometimes also referred to as a court for mental health issues or a criminal court involving individuals with mental disorders, can be very helpful for people...
Overview of the Fourth Amendment and the Case of Kyllo v. U.S. The Fourth Amendment is a part of the Bill of Rights that serves as a protective mechanism against the unlawful actions of authorities. Such was the case in Kyllo v. United States (99-8508), 533 U.S. 27 (2001), where...
Introduction A seventh-grade middle school student in Albuquerque was clowning around in a class by creating loud burps. This 13-year-old was transported to a juvenile detention facility and later suspended for the remainder of the academic year after his teacher reported him to a school-based police officer. The boy was...
Introduction The biological explanation of why people commit crimes has always been a topic of discussion among people. The investigation into individuals’ genetics, brain functions, mental health, hormones, and other human body elements has yielded different results, in many cases being influenced by the researcher’s biases or the lack of...
Introduction A courtroom is the heart of a courthouse and is central to the judicial system of the United States. It can be viewed as a physical space in which a court of law is held, and plaintiffs and defendants argue their claims in the presence of a judge, jurors,...
Analysis of the Penal Reform Through Sociological Lenses The NYC Bail Reform sought to decrease the number of people held in custody in New York City by minimizing the use of monetary bail. Since its implementation in January 2020, it has been the subject of societal debate (Velasquez and Smith)....
Summary After reading about Five Common Grievance Issues, the points with which I agree are that the contract language prevails, unilateral changes on the job, who has the burden of proof, and telling the company the remedies one seeks. However, I do not entirely agree with the “work now, grieve...
Introduction Insider trading involves workers of a public firm who have access to nonpublic, material information on the organization, purchase or sell securities, or influence trading in the organization’s stock or other securities. It can be legal or illegal, depending on when the insider completes the trade and the country’s...
Background Research Question What significant steps must be taken to improve the process of identification in Azerbaijan and adapt to the best practices in the international sphere, which will minimize the negative impacts on the victims of human trafficking? Problem Overview Human trafficking has been a global, international problem that...
Introduction This paper discusses seat belt safety laws for both adults and children in America. American adult citizens must wear safety belts at all times when traveling in a motor vehicle. Some states have primary and secondary laws depending on whether an individual occupies the front or rear seats. Children’s...
Question Is it constitutional to sentence a juvenile to life imprisonment without parole for a non-homicide crime? Background Terrance, the petitioner, Jamar Graham, was found accountable for attempted armed robbery as well as armed burglary. Graham committed the incriminating acts when he was just 16 years old. He was initially...
Strategies for Protecting Intellectual Property in International Business While the international business community is already fighting against counterfeit production, more can still be done to protect its intellectual property (IP) rights. It could involve lobbying for stricter regulations in emerging markets, especially those with lax anti-piracy regulations, such as India...
Introduction The legal system consists of different aspects that ensure its excellent performance. Each branch of this system aims to solve different types of conflicts, so different laws were created to address each type of conflict accurately. The two main branches of law are criminal and civil laws. Both laws...
Introduction During the Great Depression, the United States saw a rise in illicit activities as people sought ways to gain money under challenging conditions. Due to the desperation caused by widespread poverty and economic hardship, many learned that adopting unlawful means gave a speedier path to financial security. As a...
Importance of Goal-Setting in State Legal Policy Like any managerial process, state legal policy is inconceivable without setting specific goals. At the same time, its effectiveness depends to a large extent on how sufficiently these objectives are defined and the means to achieve them are selected (Howell, 2022). It is...
Introduction The Brown case concerned racial discrimination against children at school. This case combined five cases from different states where the plaintiffs alleged discrimination against schoolchildren. Moreover, the case was considered a class action in the first instance. The Kansas Court of First Instance agreed that racial segregation of public...
Judicial Instructions to Juries at the Start of Trial In some jurisdictions, judges instruct the jury about their general responsibilities and duties at the beginning of the trial, while in others, such instructions are given only after the presentation of evidence. I favor the approach of a judge instructing the...
Study Description In many localities, the use of red light cameras to enforce adherence to traffic signals is becoming more common. Through deterrents and punishment, these cameras seek to alter driver behavior to decrease motor vehicle accidents brought on by disregard for traffic signals. The study by Retting et al....
Personal Perspective on the Insanity Defense From a personal perspective, the reasonableness of legal protection because of insanity may be regarded as a highly controversial question. On the one hand, according to the M’Naghten rule established in 1843, an individual cannot be legally accountable for murder if he cannot understand...
Introduction Canada has various laws that regulate business operations and the relationship between firms and individuals. The policies define different types and levels of business ownership and each player’s role, from directors to the lowest level. In addition, the Canadian laws spell out the methods of securing loans, define both bankruptcy...
Introduction The American constitutional framework of human rights and liberties was formed based on the doctrine of natural law. It proceeds from the principle that a person has rights endowed by the very fact of his existence. In other words, recognizing a person’s natural and inalienable rights is the most...
Introduction Abortion is one of the most controversial social issues facing American society and the world at large. While some find it unethical for a woman to perform an abortion, others consider it a matter of personal choice. Initially, in the U.S., abortion was considered a personal liberty following the...
Addressing Health Inequities as the Core Challenge in U.S. Healthcare Reform It is hard to disagree that the primary issue that undermines the effectiveness of U.S. healthcare is the high rates of inequities and inequalities. Notwithstanding their race, income level, or other irrelevant characteristics, all Americans need access to high-quality...
Community Impact of Mass and School Shootings The massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, on December 14, 2012, is one example of a mass shooting that took place more than a year ago. The neighborhood was left with deep scars from this horrific incident that are still...
Introduction One of the most well-known and notorious prisons in the US is Rikers Island. The prison in New York City is the biggest correctional complex in the nation and houses thousands of prisoners. The prison has a lengthy and complicated history; several documentaries, books, and films have been made...
The Most Challenging Type of Crime to Investigate and Its Complexity I think that the most difficult crime to investigate would be murder disguised as a suicide, primarily if the victim were known to have struggled with mental disorders. At the same time, some crimes are usually easier to identify...
Structure of State Courts The state court system is organized according to a unique mechanism. Each state has its own court system, which includes the organization, processes, and rules governing court cases in that state. State courts are structured differently and differ in regulations, judicial decisions, and procedures. Selection and...
Introduction Today, many youths are at risk of being involved in criminal behaviors or facing other delinquency-related risks, such as dropping out of school. This youth group is becoming a significant concern for various stakeholders, particularly the ones in the education sector. Due to the advanced consequences that at-risk youth face,...
Introduction The First Amendment of the United States Constitution, in particular, has consistently upheld the right to free expression as a crucial component of its democratic structure. However, this liberty only applies within a set of constraints. Sedition and symbolic expression are two types of communication that will be examined...
Introduction A legal form of employment contract known as at-will employment is one in which an employer may fire a worker for any reason or no reason, so long as the cause is not unlawful, such as prejudice or retribution. In other words, in a situation where employment is at-will,...
Introduction Tort law is an academic discipline belonging to the fundamental part and is compulsory for legal specialty students. This course aims to provide a wide range of knowledge to master’s students in legislation regulating the relations on the commission of torts. The purpose of mastering the discipline is the...
Introduction Probation is one of the possible solutions of the judicial system in response to committing a crime. This means the court has found the defendant guilty but does not impose real imprisonment if the defendant meets certain conditions. Instead, the defendant may receive probation or mandatory community service. The...
Introduction Legal Elite Incorporated (LEI), a law firm, interviewed Pretty Precious (PP) for the position of candidate attorney. While the interview went genuinely well, and no questions related to non-working aspects were posed, PP was planning to have a child. In other words, being eight weeks pregnant, she did not...
How the Pandemic Created Labor Issues Significant concerns with employer-employee rights and policies have arisen globally as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some more precise examples include the following. Safety and Health at Work Companies are required to take all necessary precautions to protect their workers from COVID-19 exposure,...
Introduction The Postconviction DNA Testing Assistance Program is a grant initiative that provides States with funding to cover the cost of postconviction DNA testing. The program authorizes funds in cases involving violent felonies as defined by State laws (National Institute of Justice, 2018). Postconviction DNA testing has attracted considerable interest...
Introduction Judicial selection systems are a significant part of the legal community. There are many methods by which judges can be selected. These include executive appointments, legislative appointments, gubernatorial appointments, non-partisan elections, partisan elections, and merit selections (Kahn, 2019). With these various methods, numerous research studies have shown that different...
Introduction Restorative justice focuses on reconciling the offenders and the victims. It involves three steps: encounter, reparative, and transformation. Encounter is the first step, where the parties involved reach out to one another to identify a better solution. Reparative is the second step, where the parties identify and pursue the...
Introduction The article “Can a Law Stop Distracted Driving? California Hopes to Find Out” by Jonah Engel Bromwich, published in The New York Times, covers a regulation approved in California to minimize distracted driving (Bromwich, 2017). The law compels drivers to place their smartphones on the dashboard or windshield to...
Abstract This paper describes the features of restorative justice practices in the 1970s in the United States. It will consider the peculiarities of the new approaches regarding the relationships between the victim and the defendant. In addition, the research paper will deal with the causes and nuances of the increased...
Introduction To protect individual information, privacy is an essential right the state should grant every person. Violating individual discretion tends to deprive one of their moral autonomy and dignity. Exposure of the candidates’ details, as evidenced in Prop 8, can influence their future decisions, influencing them to make choices they...
Introduction The standard law system in the United States is relevant to United States citizens and people living or visiting the country; it is a fundamental principle of law in the country. This concept is historically based on English law and national rules adopted in the United States after the...
Introduction Evaluating students’ performance is an important component of being an educator. Check-offs in skills labs can be extremely demanding for both students and professors. Students should not be permitted an unlimited number of attempts to pass a skill since this can lead to an over-reliance on repeated efforts and...
