Explain certain aspects of the crime

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Homework: Criminal Law

In this homework, you will select a real-life, notorious crime committed by a juvenile. This may be a crime perpetrated by a juvenile many years ago, or a case that is still active and in current events. You will argue for one of the particular delinquency theories as the most appropriate explanation for the perpetrator's actions.

Examples could include:

1. Robert Thompson and Jon Venables (10yr olds) responsible for the murder of James Patrick Bulger (2yr old)

The paper should include the following sections:

1. An introduction presenting an overview of the crime, including BRIEFLY the basic facts of what happened

2. An analysis in which you present how one particular criminological, sociological, or developmental theory best explains the perpetrator's actions, and why

3. A discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of that particular theory-how it is that the theory may fall short in explaining certain aspects of the crime. In light of this, discuss what other theory or combination of theories may better account for those particular aspects of the crime

4. Concluding thoughts summarizing your research and analysis.

Reference no: EM133675144

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