Citizens United vs. the Federal Election Commission (FEC), 558 U.S. 310, was a landmark case that significantly reshaped the influence of money in American elections, a ruling that will most likely stand for a generation. Who was Citizens United and why did they believe that...
Identify and provide a link to the criminal justice program you researched. Briefly describe the criminal justice program you selected in the Week 1 Assessment Preparation task. Indicate whether the program is a local, state, or federal program. Explain the organization’s mission. Explain the goals/objectives of the program. Explain a...
In this Final Project, you will focus on examining global criminal activity by creating a comparative justice systems classification strategy. The activities completed throughout the course have provided you with knowledge of the various types of laws, criminal justice systems, and criminal activities that occur...
In this Research Paper: Types of Reports Assignment, you should discuss the various types of reports, previously discussed, that might be required as a law enforcement officer. In doing so, please provide depth in discussing the types of reports (Traffic Crashes, Misdemeanor Crimes, Felony Crimes...
In the context of legal proceedings, how can the preparation and conduct of a deposition impact the outcome of a case, and what strategies should attorneys and witnesses employ to ensure an effective and ethical deposition process? 300 words for the initial post....
This assignment is a comprehensive review of the analysis of two theories chosen to discuss and how the theories relate to the six bullet points below. The authors of Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Police and Practice discuss the four main theories (in chapter...
Using the Internet, find a sport law-related story in which Contract Law played a role. In MS Word, type a review of the article (i.e., what happened), and discuss the legal principles involved. Finally, give your thoughts on the story/article as well as your opinion. Case...
Introduction Criminal law is built upon foundational principles that determine liability and punishment. Three of the most critical concepts are actus reus (the guilty act), mens rea (the guilty mind), and corpus delicti (the body of the crime). Together, they form the framework for understanding how...
Study Notes: Kalief Browder – Three Years on Rikers Without Trial 1. 🧠 Overview Kalief Browder was a 16-year-old from the Bronx who was arrested in 2010 for allegedly stealing a backpack. Despite weak evidence and shifting witness accounts, he was held at Rikers Island for nearly...
1. 📜 Foundations of Employment Law Sources of Law: Constitution, statutory law (e.g., Civil Rights Act), administrative regulations (EEOC), and case law. Key Legal Branches: Legislative: Creates employment laws. Executive: Enforces laws via agencies like the EEOC. Judicial: Interprets laws through court decisions. 2. ⚖️ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Title VII of...