Describe how ciminological theories can affect criminal justice policies and procedures.

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Does anyne know where I can get the information to describe how criminological theories can affect criminal justice plicies and procedures?

It looks as if what you need to do is learn how to conduct thorough and effective searches for yourself. That's what research is, and I'm sure that's what your teacher expects you to do -- conduct research. You are searching for information that is so specific that you have to be prepared for the possibility that none of it may be online. Or some may be, and some may not. In addition to searching on the Internet, you also need to make best friends with the reference librarian(s) in your local or college library.

http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/
At this webpage, you can go immediately to the search sites (first three columns across the top) -- or even better you can scroll down until you see the section called HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET. Those are the links to start with. You'll not only learn how to come up with good search terms, but also how to evaluate the webpages you get as results. Some will be good and others will be garbage. You need to know how to tell the difference.

My favorite way to search is to go to Google's advanced search page
< http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en > and put my search words or phrases into the first or second search box (either "all the words" or "exact phrase"). However, there many other strategies for searching you can use, and the HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET section will help you best.

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http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/FindInfo.html

http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/searchtips.html

http://www.pandia.com/goalgetter/index.html

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... and one to help you judge whether a particular website's information is worth your time:

http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/evaluate.html

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Thank you for your information. I have been researching and reading my textbook for a week now and for some reason cannot grasp the information. I was hoping that someone had the knowledge of this subject to help me understand it. Thank you for your time giving me the research sites.

I understand that you have been researching and reading your textbook, but are still struggling to grasp the information on how criminological theories can affect criminal justice policies and procedures. It can sometimes be challenging to understand complex concepts, especially in subjects like criminology.

I'm here to help you. Let's break down the topic and try to grasp the key concepts step by step.

1. Start by understanding criminological theories: Research and study different criminological theories such as classical, positivist, strain, social disorganization, labeling, and rational choice theories. Each theory provides a different perspective on why individuals commit crimes and how society can respond.

2. Explore the relationship between criminological theories and criminal justice policies: Once you have a good understanding of the criminological theories, analyze how these theories shape and influence criminal justice policies and procedures. For example, consider how the theory of social disorganization may lead to policies that focus on community policing and increasing social support networks to reduce crime rates in high-crime neighborhoods.

3. Identify specific examples: Look for case studies or examples that demonstrate how criminological theories have influenced specific policies and procedures within the criminal justice system. For instance, research how the adoption of the rational choice theory has led to policies such as three-strikes laws and mandatory minimum sentences.

4. Analyze the impact: Evaluate the impact of applying criminological theories to criminal justice policies and procedures. Consider both the positive and negative consequences. Assess whether these policies have been effective in achieving their intended goals and whether they have any unintended consequences.

5. Consider alternative perspectives: Keep in mind that criminological theories are not the only factors that shape criminal justice policies. Other factors such as political ideology, public opinion, and resource availability also play a role. Consider how these factors interact with criminological theories to influence policy decisions.

Remember, understanding complex topics takes time and effort. It's important to continue researching, reading, and seeking help when needed. Utilize the research sites I mentioned earlier, consult your textbook, and if possible, reach out to your professor or classmates for clarification and discussions.