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 For this assignment, students should choose two theories of delinquency to compare and contrast.  Identify the similar elements of the theories as well as the different elements of the theories.  Next, explain the implications of each theory on the treatment of juvenile offenders.  Consider in this explanation, characteristics of the offenders such as gender, education, substance abuse, mental health issues, race, etc.  

Assignment Content  You work for a Sex offender treatment agency for low risk offenders (Inpatient)
 4 slide brochure PowerPoint presentation  (no speaker notes required for this assignment).  
 Be sure to include all of the following information in your brochure:  
A brief description of the agency; size, type (inpatient), services offered behavioral reconditioning, cognitive behavior techniques, family system and addition.
An outline of typical treatment services required for successful completion of a treatment program or plan
Include 1 article as the sources for your research.   Format all citations and the reference list in the brochure are consistent with APA guidelines.

After reviewing the TEDTalk Video: I Love Being a Police Officer, but We Need Reform by Melvin Russell, respond to the following:
There doesn’t seem to be a question that law enforcement is in crisis today. What steps can be taken to transform the relationship between police and the communities they are sworn to serve and protect?
You heard Lt. Colonel Russell admit that though he believed what they did in Baltimore worked (this video was done in 2016), Baltimore homicides have jumped to an all-time high. Why? Is law enforcement to blame? If not, who is, and how do we at least get 

Provide examples and discuss successful problem-solving courts.  What factors are important to consider when determining that a court is successful?

 Aaron Beck, the Father of Cognitive therapy, suggests that addictions stem from addicted individuals not having a biological disease but rather being in possession of negative and painful psychological ‘core beliefs’, which are often inaccessible to immediate consciousness without the support and guidance of a therapist. These painful ‘core beliefs’ tend to be short rigid statements such as ‘I am unlovable’ or ‘I am a failure’. When these beliefs rise to the surface a system of addictive beliefs are activated. The addicted individual will start to believe there will be significant benefits to using their substance of choice. For example, the individual may believe ‘I cannot cope with this situation, if I have a drink/use a drug I will cope better’. These beliefs result in increased drink/drug cravings. Once craving begins, an individual may start to engage in ‘permissive thinking’, such as “I’ll just have one drink tonight to help me through this. I can handle drinking just this once.” Following permissive thoughts, the likelihood of drink/drug seeking and consuming behavior is greatly increased and the addicted individual may begin to use.
Given the concept that addiction and addictive behaviors stems from these core beliefs, how has the current prison system perpetuates these beliefs? What are some policies that you suggest should be adopted by the criminal justice system to address the root of substance use and addiction? Include citations from the text. 

 Should we revisit how juveniles are prosecuted? Explain your reasoning and address both prosecution in juvenile court and in adult court under the waiver system.  Include the economic implications of juvenile prosecution and consider the individual, group, and community implications of juvenile prosecution in your response. 

Aaron Hernandez was a professional athlete, he was accused of murdering a mutual friend, Odin Lloyd. In 2015, he was convicted of the Lloyd murder.

For this assignment, you will submit a memorandum evaluating whether Brady or Wilson violated Maryland law and identifying the specific criminal law code sections. 

Explain the differences between treatment and punishment concepts.Evaluate types of treatment and types of punishment options for violent and non-violent juvenile crimes.
Examine the research as to whether treatment, punishment, or a combination of both (treatment and punishment) is most effective for reducing recidivism in juvenile offenders.
Identify the prevailing perspective (treatment, punishment, or combination of both) in your jurisdiction and one other jurisdiction [Note: this may come from a government or other equally credible source].
Analyze the research on recidivism rates for each jurisdiction (yours and the other you chose) to determine which has lower recidivism rates.

Overview
It is important to understand your responsibilities as a criminal justice professional when engaging with citizens. This assignment is broken into three parts and you must complete each part of the assignment.
Each part includes a text or video scenario to which you will respond by writing a 1-2 page paper for each scenario that examines specific information regarding the events using your knowledge of the United States Constitution.
Instructions
Part 1: Law Enforcement Officer Arrives at the Scene Scenario
An 18-year-old high school student walks to class carrying a backpack. He is stopped by the school security guard and his backpack is searched. A loaded handgun is discovered. The school security guard takes the student to the principal’s office. The principal calls the local police. In the state where the school is located, it is illegal to carry a concealed weapon without a permit and all weapons are prohibited on campus.
Officer Smith arrives at the school approximately 10 minutes later. Officer Smith takes a statement from the school security guard and searches the student’s backpack. He seizes the gun and places the student under arrest. Officer Smith then asks the student if he would like to make a statement to explain why he was carrying a concealed weapon on campus.
The student replies, “What weapon? That’s not my backpack and I never saw that gun before.”
The student is then transported to the local jail. However, on the way to the local jail, Officer Smith asks the student again why he brought a loaded gun on campus. The student admits that it was his gun and stated that he needed it for protection. Upon arrival at the local jail, the student is booked. Six hours later, the student is interviewed by a Detective Columbo. The detective reads the student his Miranda warning and asks the student if he would like to make a statement.
The student replies, “No, I want a lawyer.”
Write a 1-2 page paper in which you:
Examine the constitutional amendment or amendments that would relate to this situation.
Outline the appropriate procedures you would need to follow to comply with the associated amendments to ensure admissibility of evidence.
Evaluate the officer’s actions and determine whether his search, the student’s confession, and the weapon discovery were lawful and/or admissible. Provide a rationale for your opinion.
Use at least two sources to support your writing. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. Cite each source listed on your source page at least one time within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.

Consider using Cornell Law’s LII U.S. ConstitutionLinks to an external site. Web page. Note: Wikipedia and similar websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Part 2: Arrest and Trial Scenario
Tyler, a well-known escort service provider in his community, is suspected of the murder of an escort who worked for him. The local police meet Tyler at the airport when he arrives from a trip to Cancun. He is arrested for his suspected connection to the murder of the escort. The police do not inform Tyler of his right to remain silent or his right to counsel. They immediately begin to interrogate him. They continue to question him until he admits that he knew the prostitute and that she worked for him. He also admits that he was with her the night of the alleged murder. Tyler is transported to the local jail and booked. The prosecutor files charges of first degree murder against Tyler. Tyler does not waive his rights to a speedy trial. He asks that an attorney be appointed and demands a trial by jury.
Write a 1-2 page paper in which you:
Examine the constitutional amendment or amendments that would relate to this situation.
Identify and discuss four elements of arrest.
Describe the appropriate procedures to comply with Tyler’s rights to due process.
Examine any consequences that might occur if his right to due process is violated.
Use at least two sources to support your writing. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. Cite each source listed on your source page at least one time within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.
Part 3: Correctional Officers and Rights of Inmates
Hudson v. McMillianLinks to an external site. is a U.S. Supreme court case involving the excessive force resulting in a claim of cruel and unusual punishment under the Eighth Amendment. The court’s decision resulted in the five-pronged Hudson test, also known as PANAM:
(P)erceived threat by correctional officers;
(A)ny and all efforts to de-escalate;
(N)eed for the application of force;
(A)mount of force that was used and;
(M)edical issues, and extent of any injuries, that are used to evaluate cases involving any use of force before trial and after conviction.
The test helps the courts determine whether correctional officers’ actions were reasonable, necessary, and conducted in good faith.
Watch the video scenario and take notes as you watch: CJ in Practice Constitutional Issue: Deprivation of Inmates’ RightsLinks to an external site.
Write a 1-2 page paper in which you:
Summarize the events of this scenario and the persons involved.
Examine the constitutional amendments related to this situation and whether the rights of the inmates in this scenario were violated. Support your opinion.
Determine whether the incidents pass the five-pronged Hudson test discussed above.
Recommend how the sergeant should respond to the officer’s behavior. Support your response.
Use at least two sources to support your writing. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. Cite each source listed on your source page at least one time within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.
This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:
Make sound ethical decisions with consideration for legal precedence, supreme court decisions, statutory laws, and constitutional amendments.