Category: Law 2955
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Plea Bargaining Tactics of the Defense Attorney
The vast majority of criminal cases in the United States concludes in plea bargaining, in which a defendant may plead guilty to some charges in exchange for concessions from the prosecution. Though broadly accepted as a means of avoiding costly, lengthy trials with uncertain outcomes, plea bargains are also frequently criticized for leading to miscarriages…
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Environmental Factors of Juvenile Recidivism
Role of Caregivers in Juvenile Recidivism The thesis for my research focuses on the following: The rate of adolescent recidivism in antisocial conduct is closely correlated with environmental influences such as parental involvement. Parental Monitoring The article by LaBerge and colleagues is vital to my research since it emphasizes the role of parental monitoring in…
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R v. Abraham Case Study Analysis
Table of Contents Involved Parties and Access to Justice Case Summary Case Resolution Law Reform Implications Reference Involved Parties and Access to Justice The case focuses on the judicial procedures regarding the sentencing of a perpetrator in Australia. Although a separate nation, it is also a member state of the Commonwealth of Nations. Australia’s head…
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Comparison Between the UCR and the NCVS
Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Gangs in L.A. Conclusion References Introduction The UCR is a program run by the FBI that collects and disseminates information on crimes reported to law enforcement agencies nationwide whereas the NCVS is a survey that the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) conducts to compile information on crime from the viewpoint…
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Assessment of Psychopathic Traits of Richard Kuklinski
Table of Contents Introduction Psychopathic Traits Psychological Function of Severe Offenders The Iceman Conclusion References Introduction Richard Kuklinski, otherwise known as The Iceman, was a high-profile contract and serial killer for several decades. He was renowned for his brutal killings of over 100 people. After his capture and imprisonment, he was interviewed and assessed by…
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Repeat and One-Time Offense Difference
Outline This paper has delved into varied aspects in countering the hypothesis that there is no difference in the criminal activity of repeat offenders aone-timeime offenders. The objective has been to present authentic and plausible reasoning duly supported with the available literature and theory in highlighting the hypothesis that one-time offenders who continue to participate…
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The Administrative Procedure Act in Due Process
Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Overcoming barriers to due process (DP), including keeping citizens informed of ruling agencies’ plans and procedures, has been an area of concern in legislation writing for the past centuries. The Administrative Procedure Acts (APA) refer to U.S. legislation aimed at regulating administrative behaviors at federal and state…
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Comparative Law and Business in Russia
Legal Tradition Russia is governed by civil law and its constitution is largely regarded as the supreme law of the land. The judicial system of Russia is highly structured with the existence of a constitutional court, a supreme court and a supreme court of arbitration. Legislative and executive related matters are handled by the former…
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Fingerprint Analysis: Collection and Preservation
Table of Contents Abstract Collecting Fingerprints Preventing Fingerprint Contamination Works Cited Abstract People often leave a unique mark in the form of fingerprints when they touch items and surfaces such as cups, tables, laptops, and door handles. It has been long established that two individuals cannot have the same fingerprints. Even in the case of…
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The Constitutional Rights Act of 1964
The Constitutional Rights Act of 1964, which is still applicable today, serves as the cornerstone of American law about human rights. The Act forbids prejudice against a person based on nationality, faith, sexual orientation, or nationality (National Archives, 2018). Civil law forbids unfairness in nationally funded programs and opens to public entertainment venues. Therefore, this…