Criminal Justice Research Paper

Criminal Justice Research Paper

Research Paper: In the paper you will need to (1) define the issue, (2) review the research on the issue, (3) describe how the issue impacts the criminal justice system or practitioner, and (4) demonstrate familiarity with the role, processes, and procedures of at least two aspects of the topic you have been assigned to research.

FORMAT

  • 10 – 15 pages
  • APA writing standard
  • Typed and double-spaced
  • Use a legible font (Arial, Times New Roman)
  • 12 point font
  • Use preset margins on your computer.

Topic Assignments

Three Strikes Legislation

Research: Students are expected to search online databases for articles that relate to their topic and write a review of the research topic. It is expected that 57 works (not assigned as course reading) from respected journals or edited volumes in the field will be used (three is the minimum). Books from respected academic authors are also acceptable. Students should ask for help from the instructor early in the semester if they are unable to locate appropriate reference materials. You should be prepared to explain the steps you have taken on your own before seeking the instructor’s help.

Possible Databases –

Criminal Justice Databases – http://eds.a.ebscohost.com/ehost/search/advanced?sid=09404092-b57f-41ca-9aa7-b0dbe86552e4%40sessionmgr4007&vid=0&hid=4108 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

ERIC – http://eds.a.ebscohost.com/ehost/search/advanced?sid=d8637060-d60b-4820-ab21-cc57e4c9c72c%40sessionmgr4008&vid=0&hid=4108 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

LEXIS and NEXIS Database – http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/lnacademic/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.?

Social Services Resources – http://search.proquest.com/socialservices/advanced?accountid=12104 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Interview: Some of you may have to contact an agency to gather relevant information about your topic. The phone book lists the contact for law enforcement agencies, jails, prisons, and the courts in the government pages. Most criminal justice professionals are happy to help if you identify yourself as a student. The instructor will help facilitate interviews with criminal justice professionals as necessary and upon request.

Paper: Final papers are due May 23, 201,8 at 11:59 pm.

Research Paper Paper Rubric

Exceptional (20 – 14)

Average (13-7)

Unacceptable (7-0)

Total

Content

All information presented was appropriate in language, relevant to the subject matter, and well considered thesis.

Ideas presented to support student’s point of view, but did not suggest any challenges or areas to consider for future outlook. Information is generic and general.

The information was irrelevant to the topic. Material was inappropriate, confusing or too vague.

Organization

Ideas were logical, concise and easy to interpret. The student was clear on his/her stance or point of view of the topic. The flow of the presentation was smooth and easy to understand.

Student is clear, but not a consistent or logical flow of information and ideas.

Ideas were not in a logical or clear format. Student is not clear on point of view or failed to provide clear thesis.

Grammar, Spelling, Writing Mechanics

Free or almost error free.

Marginal amount of errors, but do not take away from the content and understanding of the topic.

The student made no attempt to proofread, based on the total number of errors. The paper is not in MLA format/style.

Length

Met and/or surpassed the minimum page requirement.

Met the minimum page requirement by being wordy and verbose or by using fillers (charts, graphs, pictures, etc.).

Did not meet the minimum page requirement.

References

Reliable and relevant sources (peer reviewed articles, professional journals, agency documents, scientific research, and subject matter experts). Proper credit given to all sources used.

Sufficient number or sources, not all reputable or substantiated. All sources do not provide validated information (opinions from magazines, or internet articles).

No references listed. References are outdated (more than 15 years). References are not reliable or relevant to topic.

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