In theory, a core value of the American criminal justice system is fairness. By fairness, the system exists so that every aspect of the criminal proceedings, from the start of the investigation all the way through to sentencing, should be fundamentally fair. Ideally, every proceeding or action within the spectrum of our criminal justice system or in this instance referred to as the criminal justice […]

James D. Merritt leased a storage locker from Nationwide Warehouse Co., Ltd. (Nationwide), and agreed to pay a monthly fee to lease the locker. Merritt placed various items in the leased premises but never informed Nationwide as to the nature or quantity of articles stored therein. Merritt was free to store or remove whatever he wished without consultation with, permission from, or notice to Nationwide. […]

 This week’s reading provides overview of the research on biological and psychological perspectives, as well as discusses strain and culture deviance theories.  After reviewing the reading for week 2, as well as the week 2 discussion articles in the lesson for this week, discuss/debate with your classmates your position pertaining to biological and psychological perspectives of explaining crime. Also, examine at least one theory from […]

 “I found I was most effective when I did not rely on common understandings and was specific with my requests. Patience and respect are also critical to success. Amazing results are possible when people of different backgrounds and experiences pull together.”  – Joni Norby, Advisory Board, Columbia University School of Business J. Norby, Professional Questionnaire, November 28, 2012  The EEOC, or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, […]

***Assignment due today by 10pm Eastern Time*** Analyze and evaluate the  major points of your case study for research utilizing the Six  Principles of Mission Command. Use your time to develop a deep  understanding of your topic to fully explain your analysis. You are  required to give an in depth introduction of your topic. Then develop  the body of the paper fully using not less […]

Applied Research Methods – Research Critique The purpose of this course is to make you informed consumers of research and over the semester you have gained knowledge of the components of research that will assist you in this final assignment. The research critique consists of reading three research studies and answering several questions about each. All three studies have been provided for you. The studies […]

Juan Doe was born on May 15, 1960 in Bogota, Colombia. He is currently seeking asylum in the U.S. based on his fear of persecution in Colombia. His asylum application can be found on pages 259-276 of your textbook. His written declaration/story of why he should be granted asylum can be found in your textbook on pages 271-276*.   You are a paralegal working at the […]

While he was still single, Ricardo opened a savings account with his mother, Angelina.  The signature card they signed stated that the account was owned by them as joint tenants with the right of survivorship.  No statement as to survivorship was made on the savings account passbook.  Ricardo later married Margo.  On Ricardo’s death, Margo claimed a share of the $58,000 account on the ground […]

 The Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution is a very powerful amendment. Cases have been heard at the Supreme Court level regarding violations by police, law enforcement, and other judicial organizations to individuals. In the Miranda v. Arizona ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that any individual taken into custody for interrogation must be read his or her Miranda rights. The Miranda rights that must be read […]

Johnny, the CEO of Plastic Spoon Inc., is in a bit of a bind.  His daughter was kidnapped.  The kidnappers are demanding a hefty ransom.  Unfortunately for Johnny, he cannot afford the ransom. So, Johnny withdraws the ransom money from Plastic Spoon’s account, and he pays the kidnappers.  After returning with his daughter, the directors of the corporation notice the missing funds.  The directors report […]