Assignment:
Identify one major criminal case in the United States that influenced legislation and affected the evolution of victimology.
Write a 750 to 1,250 word paper that responds to the following:
- Briefly describe the history of victimology.
- Describe the criminal case that you selected. Then, explain how the criminal case has influenced legislation and affected the evolution of victimology.
- Explain how this legislation elevated the status of victims in the American criminal justice system.
- Explain how the case highlights the victim perspective in a way previously not considered in typical views of the crime.
- Describe the positive changes that have occurred in terms of support for victims.
- Make one recommendation to address a need that still exists to support victims in the criminal justice system. Explain how your recommendation helps.
References MUST come from:
Karmen, A. (2020). Crime victims: An introduction to victimology (10th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning.
Chapter, "What is Victimology?" (pp. 16-23)
Chapter, "The Rediscovery of Crime Victims" (pp. 41-79)
Chapter, "Victimization in the United States: An Overview" (pp. 80-108)
Chapter, "The Ongoing Controversy over Shared Responsibility" (pp. 146-175 and 180-197)
And 2 other references of your choice