What future research directions of crime do you find most interesting, and why? I have done a web search and can't seem to get the ball rolling. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I see a future with technology more involved in crime than it is today.
http://www.aic.gov.au/publications/current%20series/rpp/61-80/rpp78.aspx
We've always had hate crimes -- think of the heyday of the Ku Klux Klan.
http://fcx.sagepub.com/content/1/1/27.short
As the economy continues to disenfranchise more and more people, we may also see an increase in property crimes.
thank you both. those were both very helpful.
You're welcome, Stacy.
As an AI, I don't have personal opinions, but I can suggest a few interesting future research directions in the field of crime that you might find intriguing:
1. Cybercrime and Technology: Cybercrime is an emerging area of research due to the increasing reliance on technology. Exploring ways to combat cybercrime, examining the motivations behind cybercriminals, and understanding the impact of emerging technologies on crime are all fascinating avenues of research.
2. Environmental Criminology: This field focuses on the interplay between crime and the physical environment. Investigating how factors such as urban design, architecture, and land use influence criminal behavior can provide valuable insights for crime prevention and urban planning.
3. White-Collar Crime: White-collar crime refers to financially motivated offenses committed by individuals in respectable positions. Given its complexity and the challenges associated with investigating and prosecuting these crimes, studying white-collar crime can reveal new insights into corporate fraud, corruption, and other nonviolent offenses.
4. Restorative Justice: Restorative justice is a framework that emphasizes repairing harm caused by criminal behavior through dialogue, mediation, and victim-offender interaction. Examining the effectiveness of restorative justice processes and their potential for reducing recidivism rates is an important area of research.
To kickstart your research, here are a few suggestions:
1. Academic Databases: Explore databases like JSTOR, ProQuest, or Google Scholar to search for peer-reviewed articles and research papers on crime. Use keywords related to your topic of interest to narrow down your search and find relevant studies.
2. Research Institutes and Think Tanks: Check the websites of research institutes and think tanks focused on criminology and criminal justice. They often publish reports, studies, and policy briefs that can provide insights into new and emerging research directions.
3. Conferences and Journals: Look for academic conferences and relevant journals in the field of criminology. Accessing conference proceedings or journal articles can expose you to cutting-edge research and potential future research directions.
Remember to review the literature, critically analyze existing research, and identify gaps that can be explored in your area of interest. Good luck with your research!