Alternative Sanctions

Question 1

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that describes roles and functions of individuals in the criminal justice system and how victimization affects each role.

Evaluate the roles of prosecutor, defense attorney, criminal, and victim.

Summarize how victimization affects each role.

Answer the following questions:

• What are the goals of sentencing associated with each role?
• What are the goals of alternative sanctions?
• What recommendations do you have regarding victims’ rights?

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Question 2

1. How can you explain race differences in serious violent assaults?

2. What would you identify as the most important predictors of engaging in violent crime and why? Associate your response with at least one theory of crime.

Instructions: Your answer to each question should be at least 600 words. There are two questions. This means that the response to question 1 should be at least 600 words. The response to question 2 should also be at lesat 600 words. Use a minimum of two peer reviewed references in the development of your answer. Citations should be in the body of your paragraph and in a separate reference section. Also, be mindful of including references and citations whenever citing facts to support your position. Always use APA 6th edition citations and references.