Essay 1
In a well-written paper supported by at least three scholarly references, formatted according to APA Requirements, and 3-4 pages in length, distinguish between directed patrol and proactive policing. Synthesize and comment on the leading issues associated with each.
Essay 2
In a well-written paper supported by at least three scholarly references, formatted according to APA Requirements, and 3-4 pages in length, discuss the two main avenues available to aggrieved parties seeking to sue for police civil liability. What are some of the defenses against civil liability that law enforcement officers and their supervisors and departments might enjoy? How can civil liability promote accountability?
Essay 3
You are a judge in Central City Juvenile Court. After 15 years on the bench, it is clear to you that many minority youths come before you in Court. In fact, you have been asked the Records Office to give you some statistics. Those statistics confirm that a higher percentage of minority youths, compared to their proportion in the County, come into Juvenile Court. You are convinced that the problem is larger than juvenile court. You believe that a significant reason for this problem is structural inequality and poverty.
In a 2-4 page paper answer the following questions:
1. What is this problem called? Discuss explanations of this problem.
2. What can a judge do about this problem?
3. What are other factors affecting Disproportionate Minority Confinement.
Essay 4
Gang crime is becoming pervasive in the community. The amount of crime attributed to gang members is growing, and events like drive-by shootings are becoming more common. The community is demanding that the police and courts get tough on gangs. Parents and the schools argue that getting tough will be effective in disbanding the gangs.
In a 2-4 page paper answer the following questions:
1. What are the most common police and system responses to gang activity? What is the least common response?
2. What is considered to be the most effective intervention by law enforcement officials for responding to gangs?
3. Name the most common educational intervention for ganging and tell what impact it has had.