Criminoligical Theories

Need to create a powerponit presentation outlining the public policy implications of each of the criminological theories. Rational choice theories, trait theories, social theories, social structure theories, social process theories, social conflict theories and development theories. Define each theory, explanation of how crime is interpreted according to the theory, summary of policy implications, example public policy currently in effect, results of the public policy.

Court Case Backlog

How would you ease the backlog of court cases? Do you think they drag on too long? Would you plea bargain more cases? Answer anyone of the three questions. Keep your answer short.

Fraud

1. Do you believe that fraud is a victimless crime? Explain why or why not. 2. Research professional opportunities in fraud investigation and discuss areas of interest.

Rational Choice Crime Control Strategies

A wealthy man and his pregnant wife were going through a divorce. Rather than pay alimony and child support the man hired someone to kill his wife and make it look like an accident. How is criminal behavior explicable according to rational choice theroy? What crime control strategies are effective according to rational choice theory?

Just Desert

Arguments in favor of and arguments against just desert. State opinion on just desert.