How does Criminological Theory inform Criminal Justice Policy?
Research on a current policy/practice in use by the Criminal Justice or Juvenile Justice system (for example, mandatory minimum sentencing, boot camp for juvenile offenders, drug court, etc.) AND
An analysis/explanation of this policy/practice using one of the sociological theories discussed in the text. Students will be expected to write a conclusion to the paper explaining why their chosen theory best explains the policy/procedure discussed in Part A. On what theoretical basis does this policy rely?
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