How can we better understand the case of Paul Mulvihill

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Assignment -

Based on your selected question, write a 1500 word 'Research essay' addressing both aspects of the question relating your response to the specific case study and the theoretical framework.

DETAILS ON SELECTED QUESTION: This case study must be applied to Module 8 Gender

Summary | Paul Mulvihill was found guilty of stabbing his former girlfriend Rachelle Yeo in her North Curl Curl unit on 16 July 2012 by a jury. In the sentencing decision, Mulvihill was sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 29 years, comprised of a non-parole period of 22 years commencing on 16 February 2013 (to account for your pre-sentence custody) and expiring on 15 February 2035, with a balance of term of 7 years expiring on 15 February 2042. He will be first eligible for release to parole on 15 February 2035. The couple had been in a relationship, which Yeo had ended. However, in the ensuing months, Yeo, her family, and her employer, became increasingly concerned for her safety from Mulvihill and what he might do to her. Despite moving house, Mulvilhill discovered her new address and turned up one evening. Concerned neighbours called the police after hearing her desperate screams for help.

Question - How has our understanding of masculinity theories contributed to our understanding of gendered criminal behaviour? How can we better understand the case of Paul Mulvihill using this theoretical framework? Use the set reading, case study and your own further research to address this question.

News Article - Phillips, J., 2014, 'Domestic violence: Rachelle Yeo's father urges men to address 'national human rights disaster'' in ABC News, May 6.

Court Hearing - R v Mulvihill [2014] NSWSC 443, 16 April 2014.

Set Readings - 1. White, R, Haines, F & Asquith, N 2012, 'Feminist perspectives', in Crime and criminology, 6th edn, Oxford University Press, Melbourne, pp. 133 - 156

2. Messerschmidt, J & Tomsen, P 2011, 'Masculinities', in W Dekeseredy & M Dragiewicz (eds.), Handbook of critical criminology, Taylor and Francis, Hoboken, pp. 172-185.

Your report should include (word limits are a guide only):

INTRODUCTION - Clearly and concisely outline the purpose of the essay and your intentions/focus. Outline the arguments to be considered. - 200 words
CONCEPTUALISE THE THEORY - Analyse key components of the theoretical framework that contribute to our understanding of criminal behaviour. DO NOT simply outline all of the theory (the question does not ask for a basic description or overview), you must critically draw on relevant aspects and perspectives that will support your application and understanding of the criminal behavior in question. - 600 words
APPLICATION OF SPECIFIC CASE STUDY AND FURTHER RESEARCH - A concise connection to be made between the specific case study and the theoretical framework. To deepen this connection use further research to support and reinforce your analysis. Assess/evaluate the capability of the theoretical framework to better understand the case study. - 400 words
CONCLUSION - Reflect on the essay question and your overall analysis throughout the essay to provide clear findings and overall judgement (must be supported by literature) - 200 words
REFERENCE LIST - Use at least five (5) scholarly sources to support your research essay.

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Based on your selected question, write a 1500 word (+/-10% leniency) 'Research essay' addressing both aspects of the question relating your response to the specific case study and the theoretical framework. MARKING CRITERIA - INTRODUCTION AND CONCLUSION - Provides a succinct introduction and conclusions to the purpose and scope of the essay (15%) CONCEPTUAL - Demonstrates an ability to draw on relevant theory/concepts from the unit and apply them appropriately. (40%) APPLICATION AND RESEARCH - Application of theoretical approach to contemporary Australia / criminal justice examples (30%) WRITTEN EXPRESSION, STRUCTURE, REFERENCING AND CITATIONS (15%)

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