Essays and Research Papers on The Public & Crime

This 5 page essay provides a brief look at the psychological makeup of those that live to control others. Specifically, the writer explores the psychological makeup of psychopaths. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 17 page piece that discusses the merits of three philosophical statements: evil exists but is unnecessary, evil is an illusion and does not exist, and evil is necessary in order to bring about the best possible world. The paper raises these philosophies in regards three issues: terrorism, smoking, and the drug mafia, ...

12 pages in length. Based upon the escalating violence, drug use and poor-quality workmanship infiltrating the masses, it has become necessary for employers, school systems and the community at large to implement a means by which to thwart the negative by-products of such activity. Surveillance, even though significantly intrusive, plays an integral role ...

11 pages in length. The impact of television viewing on viewers' attitudes and behaviors is an ongoing public debate and one that has much room for further inquiry. Using primary research, study posits that fear of crime is exacerbated by the perception of change in one's immediate environment. Several free charts are provided in ...

A 4.5 page paper examining the complexities in analyzing mass murders in the last 18 months. Solutions and programs concerning youth (18 and under) are emphasized. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In 7 pages the author discusses the death penalty. Three arguments are given for capital punishment: society's right, capital offenses are intolerable, and retribution. Three arguments are given against capital punishment: cruel & unusual punishment, unconstitutional, and not a deterrent. It is ultimately concluded that the arguments for capital punishment are ...

In 5 pages, the author discusses gun safety. Gun control safety is a major issue. In fact, it is one that can and does safe lives. The rules of gun control are common sense ones, but any person considering having a firearm should learn them. With proper training in firearm safety, ...

8 pages in length. A handsome man with a charming manner, Herman Mudgett was quite cunning in seducing young women. At the time of the Chicago Exposition in 1893, with many transients and visitors in town from all over the world, Mudgett had no difficulty in securing his prey. Mostly luring young ...

8 pages in length. Focuses on the old school theory of anomie of Emile Durkheim and applies it to criminology in society today. This old school theory used anomie to describe a condition of deregulation that was occurring in society. What this meant was that the rules on how people ought to behave ...

This 6 page paper considers the differences and similarities between the development of criminology in the United States and the United Kingdom. The paper discusses the different environments in which the criminologists work and the mainstream and radical schools of thought. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 2 page discussion of the differing view in criminal justice. Breaks these views into two major categories, the liberal view that the criminal justice system is a puppet of the rich and powerful and the conservative view that the system is not discriminatory but simply acts against those who complete the most crimes. Concludes that ...

A 2 page discussion of the role of media in inspiring deviant behavior. Relates the broad range of media which have been guilty of inspiring criminal activity including talk radio, movies and the news. Cautions that while the method of delivery and even the intent is different each can have an adverse impact on criminal deviancy. Bibliography ...

This 4 page paper looks at the models provider by H Packer. The models of crime control and due process are considered along with the people who might use them and the way they may be used. The bibliography cites 4 sources MLA style.

6 pages in length. Perhaps one of the most horrific and certainly most newsworthy of crimes is that of mothers who kill their children. That a mother could take the life of those she gave life to is an unthinkable act, one that nobody can truly understand. This paper focuses on the ...

This 3 page paper highlights points from On the Penitentiary System in the United States and Its Application in France by Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont. The fact that the U.S. was a model country at the time is noted as is the fact that authors examine the concept of isolation and ...

This 8 page paper looks at different serial killers and attempts to determine if their future actions could have been determined prior to the events by personality analysis. The paper discusses the similarities and differences, as well as the time and aspect of any observed personality changes. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

(5pp) Does the market for second-hand goods play a role in keeping crime figures high? Research has not determined absolutely that the availability of second-hand markets for stolen goods actually increases theft rates, but does show theft is dependent on having a market. Is this a crime circle that can be avoided ...

A 20 page paper that examines the problems and controversy that plague the current American juvenile justice system. Discussed is the historical development of the system and its problems, research findings concerning these problems, and the opposing views of current juvenile justice reform measures. Also discussed are the attempted solutions to these problems ...

This 11 page paper explores the subject of insanity pleas by people considered to be 'famous'. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This 9 page paper focusses on Cesare Beccaria's utility theory as he applied it to crime and criminal justice. Beccaria had some influence as well on the later utility theorists. His work is seen to have the influence of British Empiricism and Montesquieu.The main thrust of Beccaria's work is that capital punishment must be done away with, as all ...

8 pages in length. From drugs to kidnapping and self-defense to first-degree murder, virtually no felon is free of the potential verdict of the death sentence. White-collar crime is just as vulnerable to a decision for capital punishment as is one who bludgeons his victim with his bare hands. The severity of the crime ...

6 pages in length. Although much has been written and many theories brought forth on identifying the criminal mind, it is still evident that there is no foolproof way to know in advance whether a person is prone to criminal activity. Some personality traits have been shown to be more prevalent in the makeup of serial or mass murderers, ...

15 pages in length. There exist a number of components critical to the overall understanding of the Robert K. Merton's anomie theory. That a clear connection can be made between crime and one's social/economic status speaks volumes about the nature of humanity. Indeed, evidenced by the author's rationale is the fact that ...

7 pages in length. Could it be a better resolution and therefore better control for addict mothers, if the American government would enforce harm reduction for pregnant addicts rather than coercion? Why is it not accepted in today's society that addict mothers may really care about their unborn child, but perhaps, some drugs would infuse a false sense of ...

This 11 page paper presents an overview of the characteristics of both male and female serial killers, an analysis of the differences (from a feminist perspective) and a description of the Aileen Wuornos murder case. Bibliography lists 10 sources.