Criminology

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The Outline (5%) and Term Paper (20%). Upon successful completion of this assignment, you will be able to:

 

  1. demonstrate an understanding of the definitions and major concepts involved in the course;

  2. explain and critique major theories relevant to the issues addressed in the course;

  3. evaluate various theories in light of existing research and their own experience;

  4. research (i.e., find and identify) the relevant literature on a particular criminal justice topic; and

  5. write a term paper that is excellent in content and appearance.

 

Your term paper topic is "Homicide in Puerto Rico." According to a New York Times article, New York City police reported about 600 murders occurred during 2003, while Puerto Rico police reported almost 800 murders occurred during 2003. Assume the following:

 

  1. you have been hired as a criminal justice expert by the Puerto Rico homicide investigation authority;

  2. this authority wants to know what is causing this type of crime;

  3. this authority wants to know what it can do to prevent this type of crime; and

  4. you have to submit your professional report to this authority.

 

Please keep in mind your report must demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the theories discussed in this course, and your familiarity with various library and Internet sources of criminological literature and crime statistics. You may NOT write a term paper about any other topic.

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