Boot Camps vs. Electronic Monitoring
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A 5 page paper that compares these two systems of criminal containment and evaluates their outcomes. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Bootcamp.wps

Criminal Rehabilitation
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A 9 page paper discussing criminal rehabilitation. Examines inmate population statistics, capital punishment as a deterrent to crime, and looks at various suggestions for programs to enable offenders to rejoin society as product members. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Crimreh.wps

Electronic Monitoring Devices in Corrections
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A 19 page paper on Electronic Monitoring Devices (i.e., house arrest transmitters, etc;) and their effectiveness in corrections. Paper includes a history of monitoring devices, their various types, and the issues involved. Both sides of the argument are evaluated and case examples are presented. Bibliography lists more than 25 sources.
Filename: Elecmon.wps

Halfway Houses as an Alternative to Prison
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A 7 page research paper in which the writer measures the effectiveness of halfway houses as a substitute for jail time. The research cited suggests that the fundamental theories behind halfway houses are not conducive to effective corrections and therefore, most programs leave something to be desired. It does not escape mention, however, that some programs operating under different pretenses-- do indeed show promise. Various case studies and statistics are cited. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Halfwayh.wps

House Arrest
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A 15 page paper discussing the pros and cons of house arrest and specifically looks at electronic house arrest. Examines what it is, why it is being used so extensively, public support findings, successes of the program and flaws in the program. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Housarst.wps

Incarceration In The Southwest
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In 8 pages, the writer discusses the situation of incarceration in the Southwest. Overcrowding has lead to many problems in the prison system. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Swincar.wps

Shock Incarceration Prison Camps vs. Standard Prison Settings / Impacts on Recidivism & Cost Effectiveness
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A 12 page paper that provides an overview of the data surrounding the use of shock incarceration prison camps as compared to standard prison programs and supports the hypothesis that though recidivism rates have not dropped dramatically as of yet, the trends support the importance of shock incarceration as a means of lowering overall recidivism. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Shocstan.wps

A. Conan Doyle -- Sherlock Holmes / Logic In 'Adventure Of The Speckled Band'
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A 3 page paper describing Sherlock Holmes' use of the scientific method in solving the mystery presented by his author in 'The Adventure Of The Speckled Band.' Each step of the investigation is discussed and Holmes' methodology for proving his initial hypothesis is analyzed. No Bibliography.
Filename: Speckled.wps

Philosophy / Evil As A Necessity
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A 17 page piece that discusses the merits of three philosophical statements: evil exists but is unnecessary, evil is an illusion and does not exist, and evil is necessary in order to bring about the best possible world. The paper raises these philosophies in regards three issues: terrorism, smoking, and the drug mafia, and postulates that evil is necessary to bring about the best possible world. No sources cited.
Filename: Evilphil.wps

Issues in Police Effectiveness
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An 11 page research paper on police effectiveness in terms of two examples, domestic violence and community policing . The writer details the changes in each area, with statistics and responses. Pros and cons to each approach are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Effecpol.wps

Burglars On the Job / A Review of the Book by Wright and Decker
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A 7 page review of the hypothesis, methodology, and recommendations of 'Burglars on the Job: Street Life and Residential Break-Ins' Richard T. Wright and Scott H. Decker. Includes recommendations for additional research. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Breakin.wps

Citizens vs. Law Enforcement
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A well-written 9 page research paper demonstrating that minority communities are generally dissatisfied with their local police... The writer attempts to analyze factors (social class, economics, etc;) that cause people to view the police in different ways. It is discovered that police and citizens are more likely to find themselves as adversaries in high crime neighborhoods. Bibliography lists 12+ scholarly sources.
Filename: Minocri3.wps

Community Policing
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In 5 pages the author discusses the issue of community policing, which is also referred to as COP. 'Community policing is a viable option as long as all divisions and individuals are well informed and integrated into the philosophy of the COP process, and a department-wide strategy for the implementation of COP is developed. Community policing yields long-term solutions to many problems.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Cpissues.wps

Community Policing
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In 6 pages, the author defines community policing and discusses whether community policing is an effective tool against crime prevention. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PCcp3.wps

Community Policing
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Approximately 8 pages in length. Report discusses community policing- Provides information about its positive aspects as well as its criticism. Specific cases from the 1990's included in discussion (Details programs in Philadelphia, New York, Boston etc;). Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Commpoli.wps

Community Policing / An Argument For Implementation
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This 6 page paper provides an argument for the implementation of community policing. The broken window theory is included as a reason for utilizing preventative measures to fight crime. Included in the discussion is the concept of the beat cop and how the premise has changed over time. Suggestions for incorporating crime prevention into communities is the focus of the paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Compolic.wps

Community Policing / Modern History & Progress
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This 7 page paper covers the history of community policing efforts and the COPS grant program set up under the 1994 Crime Act. Including an extensive report on the implementation and progress of the COPS program, the paper also points out the extensive programs of towns and cities which arose without the benefit of Federal grants. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Compn.wps

Community Policing In Australia
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A 7 page essay on the community involvement in police departments in Australia and how recent scandals and police attitudes may be affecting these programs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Poliaus.wps

Community Policing in the Minority Urban Neighborhood
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A 27 page paper that provides an informative overview of the subject of community policing and considers the problems, possibilities, and provides program recommendations. Bibliography lists approximately 2 dozen sources.
Filename: Commpol.wps

Creating Neighborhood Watch Programs
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A 7 page research paper. Did you know there is a burglary committed in this country at the rate of every 10 seconds? Given this alarming rate of crime in our very own neighborhoods and the fact there are not enough police officers to patrol every street in every city it only makes sense that neighbors get together and work with the law enforcement officers to curb crime. This paper explains how to set up such a program. Bibliography included.
Filename: Watch.doc

Police &Community / Working Together to Stop the Problem of Gangs
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In 4 pages the author discusses how the police and the community work together to stop the problem of gangs. Community policing is the solution to the specific problem of gangs in the neighborhood. Law enforcement agencies are inundated with the protection of their specific patrol areas. It is impossible for police officers to be at all places at all times. That is why there must be a collaboration between the police and the community. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Stopgang.doc

Police / Citizen Relations
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In 5 pages the author discusses the relationship between police and citizens. The police officer is an integral part of the very fabric of the community, or at least he/she should be. When police and citizens have a good relationship, this is the case. Police and the citizens they serve should be able to have a good working relationship with more involvement of the citizenry. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Citpol.wps

Police Role In The Community / Minority Relationships
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A 5 page paper on minority views of the police as an oppressive force, criminalizing those they are supposed to protect. The writer describes how even the most successful community policing programs sometimes fail to work in African-American neighborhoods where citizens are literally afraid of the police ! Some of the departmental and political reasons for law enforcement's failure to maintain positive relations with minority groups are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Policrol.doc

Public Administration / Law Enforcement
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An 8 page research paper on the changes in public administration theory and its application to law enforcement. Particular attention is paid to the ideal and effectiveness of community policing. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Padmnlaw.doc

The Effectiveness of Neighborhood Watch Programs and Community Politicians
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A 25 page paper that provides an overview of the effectiveness of neighborhood watch programs and their implications for community politicians. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: Neighbor.wps

The CIA / American Intellignce During The Cold War And Beyond
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5 pages in length. C.I.A. involvement during the Cold War extended far beyond the exploits of heroes in Clancy or Ludlum novels. The apparatus of the intelligence community has extended into each of our lives far beyond 'halting the threat of communism.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Thecia.wps

Police Attitudes On Race
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Prejudice, discrimination and blatant acts of racism are not uncommon in confrontations between police officers and minority individuals. In some instances the minority may be Asian or Native American, or of another racial minority. The overwhelming instances of police abuse of authority as the result of racial prejudice in the United States, is against blacks and Hispanics. This 5 page paper examines some of the issues inherent in instances of abuse due to racial prejudices. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Polrace.wps

Plea Bargaining
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The criminal justice system is examined in this 6 page essay that argues plea bargaining should not be allowed for violent criminals or sex offenders. Several notable incidents are examined including the cases of Polly Klaus and Megan Kanka. The plea bargaining rule is discussed also in terms of an attorney's point of view along with possible abuses in that area. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Pleabarg.wps

Plea Bargaining / An Overview
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In 9 pages, the author gives an overview of plea bargaining. Plea bargaining is the pretrial negotiation in which a defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge when a more serious charge is the other option. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PCpb.doc

Plea Bargaining / The Need for Change
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A 5 page essay which describes how the present plea bargaining system is ineffective. A detailed proposal discusses how plea bargains might be made more effective with certain necessary changes. No bibliography.
Filename: Bargplea.wps

The Pros and Cons of Plea Bargaining
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In this 10 page paper, the writer discusses the pros and cons of plea bargaining listing specific cases where plea bargaining was used to illustrate points being made. Bibliography lists approximately 12 sources.
Filename: Procplea.wps

Anthony Lewis/Gideon's Trumpet
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A 5 page summary of Lewis' account of a landmark Supreme Court case that made it possible for courts to supply a court-appointed lawyer for all criminal cases. The writer breaks down this summary into sections that address such areas as the thesis of the work as well as the author's opinions and bias along with a concise summary of its contents. No additional sources are cited.
Filename: 90gideon.rtf

The Penitentiary System in Nineteenth Century America
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This 3 page paper highlights points from On the Penitentiary System in the United States and Its Application in France by Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont. The fact that the U.S. was a model country at the time is noted as is the fact that authors examine the concept of isolation and its relevance. Finally, early criminology theory is examined. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA019Pen.rtf

Airport Security
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A 5 page general, but comprehensive essay on airport security, F.A.A. measures, etc; Bibliography lists 5 sources. Please e-mail us with any questions.
Filename: Airports.wps

Airport Security / Problems
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A 9 page research paper that investigates the state of airport security especially in the Untied States. Despite increased acts of terrorism in the world that are directed at airports and airlines and the terrorist attacks that have occurred in the United States, this country still does not take seriously the potential threat to airlines. Increased security measures are in force but the flagrant violations are frightening. Machines do exist that can detect today's sophisticated explosive devices but they are extremely costly and only a few airports are using them. The writer discusses the problems found at airports and machines that can increase security. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Airport.wps

Analysis of TWA's Flight 800 Crash
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This 10 page paper delves into the 1996 TWA Flight 800 crash with a focus on technical aspects. A variety of theories are explored including the official explanation as being mechanical failure to more extraordinary suppositions such as those that involve missiles or bombs. The physical evidence is examined through the eyes of retired military personnel and newsman Pierre Salinger. The paper concludes that the bomb theory is most plausible. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Twa800.doc

Problems of HIV Inmates
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A 6 page research paper that investigates the problems associated with HIV/AIDS infected inmates in the nation's prison population. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99inmhiv.wps

Treatment of AIDS in American Society
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This 7 page paper looks at the disease from a social perspective. The main focus is on exactly what the government and advocates are doing on behalf of AIDS and HIV infected victims. Subjects addressed are education, research, new drugs, treatment and funding. Statistics are included throughout. Bibliography included.
Filename: Aidsinam.wps

Do Post-Release Service Programs for Incarcerated Individuals Living with HIV/AIDS Reduce Barriers/Obstacles to Housing and Employment After Release From Prison?: A Review of Literature
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This 12 page paper provides an overview of the current literature related to the use of post-release programs for individuals who have been incarcerated because of crimes. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHAIDPri.rtf

The Effect of Domestic Violence on Potential Criminality
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This 3 page research proposal contains an outline and focuses on methodology. The purpose of this paper is to render a proposal about conducting one's own research on the topic of how domestic violence affects juveniles and possibly prompts them to engage in criminal activity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA432Juv.rtf