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Criminology and Criminal Justice

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Gang prevention

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Controlling Gang Crime: The Santa Nita Gang Injunction, Bryan William Devor Jan 2011

Controlling Gang Crime: The Santa Nita Gang Injunction, Bryan William Devor

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The purpose of this study will explore increasing gang membership, gang structure, and strategies utilized by the criminal justice system in attempting to curb gang-related crime and activities. Through a quantitative research study, the researcher examined crime in the cities of Garden Grove, California and Santa Ana, California in an attempt to determine the success of the Santa Nita Gang Injunction in reducing crime within the injunctions "safety zone."


Gang Activity In San Bernardino, California: A Needs Assessment For Operation Phoenix, Mario Leone Rogers Jan 2008

Gang Activity In San Bernardino, California: A Needs Assessment For Operation Phoenix, Mario Leone Rogers

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This research study examined an innovative gang approach in the city of San Bernardino called Operation Phoenix. The purpose of this study was to conduct a needs assessment for Operation Phoenix. This qualitative and quantitative study examined how effective Operation Phoenix was in the prevention, intervention, and suppression of gang activity in the city of San Bernardino. In addition it assessed the unique needs of this comprehensive gang program.