Critically discuss the similarities and differences between how families of offenders are treated, and how the families of victims are treated, both inside and outside of the criminal justice system.

1) Critically discuss the similarities and differences between how families of offenders are treated, and how the families of victims are treated, both inside and outside of the criminal justice system.

For a 4000-word essay, it is expected that you would have an introduction and conclusion. In your introduction (c. 300 words), briefly explain the focus of your essay, in terms of the concepts, theories, and examples you will be using, and the general thread of your argument. It can also be useful to explain why the essay question is an important question to ask.

In your conclusion (c. 500 words), briefly synthesis what you have discussed (rather than merely repeat it), identify any key conclusions and identify areas for further work e.g. future areas for research and theory, and/or policy and practice.