Identify a criminological theory that professionals use

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Homework: Journal- Putting Theories to Use

Overview

In this homework, you will reflect on ways that criminal justice professionals make practical use of criminological theories.

Prompt

You have learned about numerous criminological theories and how each attempts to explain why people commit crimes. How do those theories help prevent or reduce crime in real and practical ways? For this 350 to 500 words journal activity, do the following:

Question I. Choose a theory that criminal justice professionals use in one of the branches of the criminal justice system (law enforcement, courts, or corrections).

Question II. Describe a real-life example of how this theory is being utilized in law enforcement, courts, or corrections. Consider the following and address the relevant questions for the criminal justice branch you selected (not all questions below pertain to all branches):

Question 1. Is there a program or policy in place that improves police-community relations?

Question 2. Is there a program or policy in place that aims to reduce delinquency?

Question 3. Has a law or policy been created in response to this theory that aims to reduce incarceration?

Question 4. Does this theory influence approaches to sentencing?

Question 5. Does this theory influence correctional procedures?

Question III. Assess the effectiveness of the example you provided in terms of preventing or reducing crime. Use data or evidence from your resources to support your response.

Specifically, the following criteria must be addressed:

Question 1. Identify a criminological theory that criminal justice professionals use in one of the branches of the criminal justice system (law enforcement, courts, or corrections).

Question 2. Describe a real-life example of how this theory is being utilized in that branch. Assess the effectiveness of the example you provided in preventing or reducing crime.

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