C/S/66. Youth Crime Case Study

The paper examines a case study of a young boy, who recently entered a life of crime, and was charged by the Youth Court with Affray and Possession of an Offensive Weapon. The paper summarises what the possible outcomes of the Youth Court process could be for him, and then looks at the treatment options available within the Youth Inclusion Programme.

C/S/61. Effect of domestic violence on women and children

The paper examines the causes of domestic violence and its impacts on the physical and mental health of women and children. Domestic violence is defined as physical assault and/or emotional abuse by one person against another within the same household. There is also a discussion on why domestic violence is allowed to continue and the responsibilities of youth and community workers towards safeguarding children who experience domestic violence.

C/S/64. Is the Death Penalty a Judicial Gamble with Life? Racial Profiling: a Case of High Stakes

The paper examines the impacts of the racial profiling of criminals looking at the marginalisation of certain racial groups. The likelihood of committing a particular crime for a certain race is argued discussing racial stereotypes in the USA and highlighting ethical and legal considerations concerning the validity of the death penalty.

S/S/117. Subculture Criminology Theory in "Make me Wanna Holler" By Nathan McCall

The paper examines whether racism and poverty create criminal environment reviewing the ideas of N. McCall and discussing them in the context of the labelling theory, subculture theory with the focus on gang culture, etc. McCall's biography and his sub-cultural identity are discussed.

S/MD/69. "Our common sense assumption that we are all, at least to some extent, influenced by what we see on television or at the cinema is of little relevance to the highly charged debate about the effects of violent screen behaviour on our everyday actions, not least on the actions of our children". Discuss.

The paper reviews the debate about whether the representations of violence in the media can cause violent behaviour in people. The extent to which we are influenced by TV is argued focusing on the children audience.

C/S/58. Research Review of 'Rehabilitation and Repression: Reassessing their ideological Embeddedness' by Peter Mascini & Dick Houtman

The paper considers the effect of Mascini & Houtman's research on current views in criminology assuming that rehabilitation and repression are not polar opposites, which means that there can be a more flexible approach to crime and punishment. Traditionally, the aim of rehabilitation is to re-integrate and re-educate the offender back in society; whilst repression is pure punishment for a particular crime. The ethical issues related to the UK public opinion about crime and punishment are discussed.

C/P/75. Literature Review on Administrative Corruption

The author presents a review of literature on administrative corruption presenting the definition and explanation of the concept, examining the levels of corruption and analysing the factors that contribute to administrative corruption.

C/S/43. What limitations exist in psycho biological explanations of crime?

The extent of the limitations of psycho biological explanations of crime will be coming to the forefront, because of the Criminal Justice Act 2003 (CJA). The main implication of the CJA was to expand the powers of the police to retain DNA samples on all suspects, even if acquitted. This database allows for the police to profile the individuals contained within for future crimes; as well as genetic markers and indicators. This discussion will explore the problems of identifying psycho biological indicators of criminally predisposed by highlighting that prejudice is prevalent in the Criminal Justice System. This will corrupt the data and the samples that are retained and not just the profiles; therefore further testing and in depth analysis could occur to identify those traits which 'signify' a criminal, i.e. similar DNA traits lead to profiling on the basis of race or genetic makeup which could lead promotion of racism and segregation of those with so-called 'criminal tendencies'.

C/S/42. What influence does the family have upon the development of criminal behaviour? Discuss with reference to relevant psychological theories of crime

This assignment focuses on the world of the family, its influence, and its potential to be a breeding ground for future criminal behaviour. The work considers psychological theories about criminal behaviour and its potential growth and development within a family setting.

S/S/85. Social research project to investigate the relationship between crime and alcohol

The paper seeks to identify whether the amount of alcohol intake is related to committing crime. Literature is reviewed on alcohol intoxication levels and aggressive behaviour, drinking patterns, sex crime, etc. Primary research is conducted using a questionnaire in a sample of respondents. The results of the study are discussed.

S/S/86. Role of probation service

The paper examines UK religious and legislative practices in helping offenders to deal with their social problems and take responsibility for their behaviour. A historical overview of these practices is presented; the role of the probation service is evaluated; the effectiveness of the Punishment in the Community initiative is discussed, etc.

S/S/83. Critical analysis of feminist, psychological and social theoretical perspectives on domestic violence

The paper addresses the issue of domestic violence by men towards women reviewing theoretical approaches to the problem from the perspective of the feminist theory, the social learning theory and the psychological theory. The reasons behind women's abuse by men are critically analysed.

S/S/82. Report on Non Governmental Organisation 'Southall Black Sisters'

The paper examines the activities of a UK non-profit female organisation Southall Black Sisters relating their history, and discussing their stance on domestic violence, abusive relationship, etc. Examples of the organisation's campaigns are discussed.

S/S/81. Analysis of the Drugs Act 2005

The paper examines the UK government legislation related to drugs reviewing the key provisions of the Drugs Act 2005 and presenting its critical assessment.

S/S/80. Evaluate critically the criminalization of young peoples' drug using behaviour

The paper examines media representations of drug use arguing that they intensify the panic surrounding drugs and create criminal stereotypes. Recreational use of drugs including nicotine, caffeine and alcohol is discussed. British anti-drug legislation is critically reviewed.

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