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Violent Personal Crimes On Campus: The Influence Of Size, Setting, And Police Presence, Chris Mckinney
Violent Personal Crimes On Campus: The Influence Of Size, Setting, And Police Presence, Chris Mckinney
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Statement of the Problem
Violent campus crime, in particular rape and aggravated assault, has become more pronounced in the last several decades. The judicial and legislative branches have responded through court decisions and legal enactments that require most universities to collect and report campus crime data. Many concerns have arisen as to the effectiveness and implications associated with such mandates. Some believe current laws do little to improve campus safety. Some suggested solutions to address campus crime have involved safety initiatives/programs and potential staffing increases to their campus police force.
Research Questions
- Are universities a reflection of surrounding community levels …