Criminalist Ben Baldazana is collecting evidence from the scene of a shooting. After locating the revolver suspected of firing the shots, Ben picks the gun up by the grip, unloads it, and places the ammunition in an envelope. He then attaches an identification tag to the grip. Searching the scene, Ben finds a bullet lodged…

Recently the Legislative branch considered whether to try to expand the Supreme Court by adding 4 new seats to the Court to make 13 justices instead of 9 justices. The Constitution does not outline specifically how many justices must be appointed. Some have argued that this could “pack the court” with liberal justices. Others have…

Michelle has been angry with Charles for a very long time. She had threatened to kill Charles on a couple of occasions. One day, Michelle sees Charles standing on a street corner waiting to cross the street. There are several people standing around Charles, also waiting to cross. Michelle pulls out a gun and fires…

For this week’s assignment, you will evaluate criminal justice in selected countries. Since mens rea refers to criminal intent, the concept of guilty but insane sounds like an oxymoron to most people. Chapters 1 and 3 in the course text discuss international perspectives on criminal law. Find additional credible sources to research criminal intent in…

Review the following case study. Consider the big picture ideas and the specific concerns. Make use of the key terms and concepts from the readings in your written responses to the questions. The case study paper should be approximately five (5) pages with 10 or 12 point font, 1-inch margins, 1.5 spacing, and citations according…

Consider the video (Student On The Street: Cell Phone Search) and explain how the rule of law and the Constitution relate to the topic addressed in the video. How do the rule of law and the Constitution relate to the topic addressed in your chosen video? How could the constitutionality discussed in the video extend…

Why are you interested in criminal justice? What are the career goals you hope to achieve once you obtain your degree? In your second paragraph, reflect on your experiences with academic integrity. How much experience do you have with using and citing other people’s work to support your own work? How comfortable are you with…

Sam owns a resort that has over 100 employees. He hired Ahmed, a Muslim man, as a landscaper. Ahmed informed him during the interview process that per his faith, he would need to take prayer breaks during the day in accordance with his religion. Sam, who espoused a policy of diversity, told him it wouldn’t…

1) Identify and discuss the constitutional protections afforded people accused of crimes. 2) If you were in a position to do so, would you increase or decrease the rights available to defendants at trial? Specifically, what might you recommend, and why?

1. What has changed over time as it relates to Victim Rights? 2. Locate and read the constitutional amendments for victims’ rights for your State (Mississippi). Briefly summarize for your peers. 3. What is one new thing you learned based on assigned reading this week? Readings this week include: The Victim & Witness Protection Act…