A research question is a question about some aspect of crime, criminals, or the criminal justice system, the answer to which is sought through collection and analysis of the firsthand, verifiable, empirical data.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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What other purpose do people often want the correctional system to serve aside from imposing just deserts?
a. reduce crime and make society safer b. lock up as many criminals as possible c. create more jobs by building more prisons d. reduce tax payers financial responsibility to imprison criminals
Should ethical researchers avoid political controversy by sidestepping media outlets for their work? Why or Why not? What were Wilson’s (1998) principles for engaging the public through the media?
What will be an ideal response?
Research shows us that ___ are still more likely to be locked up than ___ youth.
a. White, Youth of color b. Black, Latino c. Youth of color, White d. female, male
Which of the following type of crime tends to have the lowest clearance rates by law enforcement? a . violent crimes b. sexually based crimes c. property crimes d. juvenile crimes
What will be an ideal response?