Tag: American criminal justice system

Describe how the conviction was appealed and whether the defendant received any reparations.

Wrongful Conviction Research Paper

Research a case in which an inmate was wrongfully convicted and eventually released based upon new evidence.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you do the following:

Indicate if the wrongful conviction was based upon unethical practices by the police, court, probationary personnel, or witnesses.

Describe how the conviction was appealed and whether the defendant received any reparations.

Indicate if the justice system targeted those responsible for the wrongful conviction and whether they were prosecuted for their conduct.

Describe what could be done to avoid such behaviors in the future.

 What are some of the difficulties faced by those who are incarcerated with mental illness? What about when they transition back into the community?Are there alternatives to incarceration (other things that we can do instead of simply locking people up)?

Nation of women behind bars

Answer the following questions related to the criminal justice system, mental health, and crime.

Should dealing with mental health/mental illness be the responsibility of the criminal justice system? Why or why not?

What are some of the difficulties faced by those who are incarcerated with mental illness? What about when they transition back into the community?

Why are we seeing more people (women especially) who are suffering from mental illness entering the criminal justice system?

Are there alternatives to incarceration (other things that we can do instead of simply locking people up)?

Briefly explain the history of jails in the United States, how they have evolved and the role they play in the Criminal Justice system. Explain why you feel jails do not receive the same emphasis as prisons. Lastly, outline the recommendations you would give to improve jails and how they are used in the Criminal Justice system

Jails represent a very important part of the criminal justice system that often times is overlooked.

Briefly explain the history of jails in the United States, how they have evolved and the role they play in the Criminal Justice system. Explain why you feel jails do not receive the same emphasis as prisons. Lastly, outline the recommendations you would give to improve jails and how they are used in the Criminal Justice system