Megan's Law & The Privacy of Convicted Sex Offenders
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14 pages of in-depth, comprehensive analysis of Megan's Law-- a model (and quite controversial) NJ statute which mandated that neighbors be notified when a child sex offender moves into their community. Writer examines the relevance of Megan's Law to similar Federal law and assesses both sides of the argument in this matter. The practicality and constitutionality of Megan's Law are evaluated based upon existing case law and landmark Supreme Court decision. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Megan.wps

Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System in Australia
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This 11 page paper considers how in contemporary society we see to emerging trends affecting people with mental illness. The first trend is using the criminal justice system to give the community greater protection 'dangerous' mentally ill offenders. The second trend is towards making legal processes more therapeutic. The paper discusses whether or not these trends are in complete conflict and cannot co-exist. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEmentalaus.rtf

Migrant Injustices in Australia's Criminal Justice System
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A 15 page discussion of the problems migrants encounter in Australia. In theory the rule of law in Australia entitles all persons, regardless of their sex, race, or socioeconomic status, are entitled to fair legal process. In reality, the rule of law is inadequate in overcoming societal prejudice and the difficulties encountered in intercultural relationships. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PPausMgr.rtf

MIRANDA: Case and Rights
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(5 pp) A lot of us may only get crime information from television or movies, as we hear the television detective mumble something to the suspect, as he "cuffs 'em." What you are seeing and not hearing is the "Miranda rights." This discussion examines the definition, the history, and the importance of those rights. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BBmrdacr.doc

Morality Crimes and Punishment in Saudi Arabia and Turkey
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An 8 page discussion of the manner in which morality crimes are defined and punished under Islamic law. Punishment can, and does, consist of such actions as amputations and even beheadings. Both Turkey and Saudi Arabia deal quickly and efficiently with crimes which run counter to the teaching of Islam. While their approach to punishment may seem horrendous to us, it is incontestably very effective. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPcrimeI.wps

New Laws In The Wake Of September 11, 2001
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A 10 page paper. Americans have enjoyed a degree of freedom few, if any, other countries enjoy. Yet, it was that freedom that was at least partially responsible for the horrific events of September 11, 2001. In wake of the Attack on America, new laws have been passed that give far more freedom to different government agencies to monitor communications. The new laws cover the Internet, as well as all other telecommunication technology. This paper discusses these new laws and the need for them. It also discusses the need to balance national security with individual privacy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGlws911.rtf

New Solutions for Crime
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This 5 page paper contends that crime is a growing problem. Unconventional solutions for the problem of crime are explored. Subjects such as crime on college campuses, terrorism, the drug war and Internet crime are discussed. Statistics are cited. A chart is included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA 110crm .wps

Offender Training and Recidivism: An Applied Research Project Proposal
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This 21 page paper outlines a study of offender training and recidivism. This study is designed to consider this problem and to determine if benefits in terms of recidivism can be determined through the use of educational/training programs in the prison setting. This study integrates a questionnaire survey with assessments of the research in the current literature in order to determine links between training and reductions in recidivism. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: MHCrime9.rtf