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A Retrospective Analysis Of Police And Legal Procedure In The West Memphis Three Murders, Nathan Scolaro Apr 2024

A Retrospective Analysis Of Police And Legal Procedure In The West Memphis Three Murders, Nathan Scolaro

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Presentation covering an overview of the West Memphis Three, key police and legal failings in the process and investigation, before concluding with policy suggestions.


The Link Between Intellectual Disability And Juvenile Delinquency, Scarlet Bates Apr 2024

The Link Between Intellectual Disability And Juvenile Delinquency, Scarlet Bates

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The correlation between intellectual disability and juvenile delinquency is striking. Across the globe we see a higher number of offenders with an intellectual disability. Youths with intellectual disabilities may be more likely to engage in delinquent behavior. Early identification and intervention for intellectual disabilities, along with support for social and emotional development, could be crucial in reducing the likelihood of juvenile delinquency.