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Compare (similarities and differences) the three treatment outcome models in terms of relevance in defining treatment success and/or failure with specific forensic populations, challenges in application, and advantages of each model.

Treatment models In 500-750 words: Briefly describe each of the three treatment outcome models: recidivism, relapse, and harm-reduction. Compare (similarities and differences) the three treatment outcome models in terms of relevance in defining treatment success and/or failure with specific forensic populations, challenges in application, and advantages of each model. Explain at least one conclusion you […]

Describe the types of challenges those on the sex offender registry face.

A halfway house for sexual offenders has been proposed for Arcadia City, population 100,000. You, as a forensic psychology professional, have been asked by the mayor to speak at a community town hall, where you will present the arguments for or against the halfway house. For this Final Project develop a 12- to 16-slide presentation […]

Do you agree that criminals can be restored through community interaction? Considering the fact that recidivism rates are so high, are traditional sanctions a waste of time, and are restorative methods the wave of the future?

Chapter 9 and 10 Review questions and answers Chapter 9 questions: 1. Discuss the sentencing disposition in your jurisdiction (St. Petersburg, FL). What are the pros and cons of each? 2 . Discuss the issue of capital punishment. In your opinion, does it serve as a deterrent? what new rulings have the supreme court made […]

Explain the differences between treatment and punishment concepts. Evaluate types of treatment and types of punishment options for violent and non-violent juvenile crimes.

Explain the differences between treatment and punishment concepts. Evaluate types of treatment and types of punishment options for violent and non-violent juvenile crimes. Examine the research as to whether treatment, punishment, or a combination of both (treatment and punishment) is most effective for reducing recidivism in juvenile offenders. Identify the prevailing perspective (treatment, punishment, or […]

Critically discuss how restorative justice aims to bring victims and witnesses to the centre of the criminal justice process.

Critically discuss how restorative justice aims to bring victims and witnesses to the centre of the criminal justice process. Analyse the effectiveness of restorative justice in reducing recidivism and empowering victims in the aftermath of a crime Demonstrate critical knowledge of historical and current management of victims and witnesses in the criminal justice system, both […]

Explain Is recidivism the only or best way to evaluate correctional programs? What are some alternative outcomes by which to evaluate correctional programs?

Description Guidelines Answer the questions below. Submit your work as a document in a Word (.doc, .docx) format. Length of your responses should total 3-4 double-spaced, typed pages. Questions 1. Based on the readings, summarize what you think are three of the most effective practices/policies that aim to foster successful offender reentry into the community. […]

How can we explain the increase in the use of risk assessment tools in the criminal justice process?Discuss

Topic: criminology: risk assesment Paper details: Client: The two questions below need to be written out in essay form seperately: 1.To reduce the risk of recidivism, more use should be made of actuarial risk assessment in advice to judges Discuss three arguments that support and / or reject this statement. 2.How can we explain the […]

List and explain the major forces that created U.S. criminal law. Provide an opinion of whether or not criminal law provides the most effective way to deal with crime and recidivism. Your post must weigh the challenge between keeping people safe and protecting individual liberties. Offer one or two suggestions for improvement to the current criminal law system within which we operate.

This essay is for a discussion post for my criminal law class. I’ll post some of the articles that will need to be referenced below. Evolution of punishment: The Historical Development of Criminology: Detail the history of criminal law. List and explain the major forces that created U.S. criminal law. Provide an opinion of whether […]