Business Law

Theodore, as a treasurer of Kelt Corp., had the duty to invest corporate earnings as he deemed best for the company. When Kelt Corp. went public, the new board decided that such investment decisions would be made by a committee of the officers. If Theodore thereafter unilaterally contracted to purchase investment securities wi ...continues

Corrections roles are featured.

Are the lives of prison inmates reflective of the society at large? Locate articles on this topic. In your groups, compare the lifestyles of women and men in correctional institutions to life outside the prison walls. Address the roles of correction officers in the prison "society," the growth of litigation concerning prison ...continues

Corrections and the debate of privatization of prisons and jails

Should the government be able to give up its responsibility for the custody of an individual and engage in contracts with private organizations to provide privatization of prisons and jails? Assume this includes only convicted offenders.

Third party liability

Mike buys for Sally, his girlfriend, a car before his trip overseas. He buys the car at Ace Autos. Ace Autos is to deliver the car to Sally within seven days. Mike signs the contract and prepays. Mike then leaves the country for his trip. Ten days have gone by and the car has not been delivered. Sally is not able to get in touch ...continues

Assume you have been asked to propose a true international criminal justice system; how would you address this issue?

One of the major arguments against the formation of a true international criminal justice agency is the loss of national sovereignty for the countries involved. Assume you have been asked to propose a true international criminal justice system; how would you address this issue? Include in your answer the three components of the ...continues

Criminal Justice System

How much will the implementation of technology and further capabilities of the Internet affect the traditional criminal justice system in the 21st Century? In your answer, address each component of the system and the need, if any, for education, training, and salary of each.

The Concept of Delinquency

1. Should status offenders and juvenile delinquents be treated alike by the justice system? 2. Why are males more delinquent than females? Is it a matter of lifestyle, culture or physical properties? 3. Should there be mandatory incarceration for chronic juvenile offenders? Please support your answers with outside res ...continues

Juvenile Criminal Justice

1. Older citizens report less victimization than teens. What reasons could help account for such a wide disparity in victimization? Explain. 2. Discuss some reasons why youths engage in high risk behaviors. 3. Are juveniles rational actors who weigh the costs and benefits of their actions, or are they more impulsive and ...continues

Delinquency Theories

Apply 2 psychological theories and 2 sociological theories to each of the following three delinquent acts: shoplifting, breaking and entering a home, and car jacking.

Delinquency Theories

Can delinquent behavior be deterred by the threat of punishment? If not, how can it be controlled? Explain.