Compare and contrast the roles of the courtroom work group with those of nonprofessional courtroom participants. Analyze how they work together to ensure a successful completion to a case before the court. Do their individual roles intertwine to make the system work?

Peacemaking criminology emphasizes involving victims as well as offenders in criminal justice.

The views of the U.S. Supreme Court in the area of individual rights have changed dramatically over time. Compare the views of the Warren Court to those of the Burger and Rehnquist Courts. Why do you think these courts had such divergent views? Which do you prefer and why? Support your opinions.

NIBRS represents a significant redesign of the original UCR program.

Which of the following is a problem with the UCR program?

The London Metropolitan Police Service was modeled after a military organization.

List and define the four main levels, or types, of mens rea and give an example of each. Define strict liability, give an example of a strict liability offense, and explain why the issue of strict liability is relevant in a discussion of types of mens rea.

A judge is required to accept a guilty plea.

Explain the concept of racial profiling. What arguments could be made to support the use of racial profiling by the police? Do you agree with these arguments? Why or why not? Are there situations in which the use of racial or characteristics may be appropriate when targeting a suspected offender? Explain your response.

Community policing focuses on dealing with citizens’ problems and concerns.