Hate Crimes # 2
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In 17 pages the author presents an extensive overview of hate crimes. Many people would argue that there is a hate crime epidemic in the United States. In fact, they would consider it to be of epidemic proportions. Those that oppose crimes of hate also oppose other prejudices. Hate crime is criminal behavior that is motivated by racial, religious, ethnic, gender, sexual preference, or any other type of prejudice. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Hate Crimes & The Landmark Case Of Wisconsin vs. Mitchell
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This 10 page paper analyzes the controversial case of Wisconsin vs. Mitchell -- over a state statute which allowed longer sentences for people convicted of violating existing laws if they chose their victim because of race, religion, disability or sexual orientation. The writer analyzes the actual crimes as it was committed, the facts of the case, and litigation as it occurred at every level. Views of the American Civil Liberties Union and other organizations are expressed. Relevant legal and sociopolitical analysis follows. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Wiscmit.wps

The Code Of Hammurabi
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In this 4 page essay, the writer reviews the laws included in the Code of Hammurabi and compares some of the edicts of this Code with current laws and punishments. Hammurabi's Code established a format that is still used today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Should the Exclusionary Rule Prevail or is There A Better Way?
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This five-page-paper presents a discussion that explores the exclusionary rule, the exception to that rule , and the alternative that was suggested by Chief Justice Burger. Several scenarios are suggested if he exclusionary rule were to be dropped. Bibliography lists two sources.
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DUI Laws - Have They Gone Too Far?
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A 7 page research paper which examines the evolution of DUI laws and shows how what was once a minor offense as now become a charge with the possibility of ruining the defendant's life. The writer argues that although drunk driving has become a serious societal problem, the methods which are usually used to judge whether or not a person is impaired are grossly inaccurate and create situations where the innocent can end up being wrongfully accused. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: DUI.doc

The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act
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A 7 page research paper on President Clinton's landmark anti-crime bill, signed in the waning days of his first term. It discusses the effects the political changeover in Congress had on the fate of his bill, and examines the impact the bill had during its first years. Bibliography lists five sources.
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Comparative Criminal Justice
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More than 5 pages of collective information (notes, not a formatted paper) on (1) the criminal justice system in India and (2) the criminal justice system in Turkey. Comparative criminal justice. No Bibliography.
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Criminal Victimization In The United States
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This 6 page report analyzes the report of the victimization statistics as offered by Phillip Ennis in 'Criminal Victimization in the United States.' Additionally, some statistics are offered from 1993 as a comparison of the incidence of crime and victimization. One Table is included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Crimvic.wps