CJS201 Week-1 Criminal Justice System

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you include the following:

• What are the components of the criminal justice system? What is the purpose and the responsibilities included in each component?
• Select two theories of criminal behavior. Explain how they differ from each other.
• Do you think the criminal behavior theories you selected are reliable? Why or why not?

Format your paper in accordance with APA guidelines.

CJS201 Week-3 Punishment Goals PowerPoint Presentation

Create a 8 to 13 slide powerpoint in which you include the following:

    Select two of the punishment goals discussed in the textbook.

    How are these goals similar to each other? How are they different?

    Do you think the models you selected are effective deterrents? Why or why not? Provide at least two real-life criminal justice cases to support your response.

Format your paper in accordance with APA guidelines.

Add speaker notes at the bottom of your slides.

 

CJS201 Week-4 Corrections System Presentation

Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation in which you discuss the U.S. corrections system. Include the following in your presentation:

    The primary differences between jails and prisons

    The primary difference between parole and probation

    The name and a description of a community corrections program in your area

    At least two benefits of your selected community corrections program

Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.

Add speaker notes to your slide.

 

CJS201 Week-5 Special Issues in Criminal Justice Paper

Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper in which you focus on special issues in the criminal justice field. Include answers to the following questions in your paper:

• What is the connection between drugs and crime?
• Are you in favor of decriminalization of any federally controlled substances? Why or why not?
• What are some of the causes of terrorism?
• What efforts are being made to combat terrorism in the United States?
• What is the relationship between crime and technological advancement?
• What modifications to existing laws may need to occur to address crimes related to advancing technologies?