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2008 Nsu Sharks Baseball Media Guide, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Sports Programs and Media Guides

No abstract provided.

2008 Nsu Sharks Women's Tennis Media Guide, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Sports Programs and Media Guides

No abstract provided.

General Undergraduate Catalog, 2008-2009, Marshall University

Marshall University Catalogs 2000-2009

Marshall University Undergraduate Catalog for the 2008-2009 academic year.

Graduate Catalog, Spring 2008, Marshall University

Marshall University Catalogs 2000-2009

Marshall University Graduate Catalog for the Spring 2008 academic year.

Childhood Predictors Of Adult Criminality: A Meta-Analysis Drawn From The Prospective Longitudinal Literature, Alan W. Leschied Dr., Debbie Chiodo, Elizabeth Nowicki, Susan Rodger

Education Publications

Sufficient research now exists in the psychology of criminal conduct literature to address the long-term impact of early childhood and adolescent experiences on later adult outcomes. In the present meta-analysis, selected studies were prospective and longitudinal, tracking a variety of early childhood and family factors that could potentially predict later involvement in the adult criminal justice system. Thirty-eight studies met the selection criteria. Major findings indicate that dynamic versus static predictors are related to later adult criminal justice involvement. The older the child was at the time the predictor was measured, the stronger was the relationship to adult offending. Within …

Truth Commissions, International Center For Transitional Justice

About Truth and Reconciliation Commissions

More than 30 countries have created truth commissions to investigate and report on human rights abuses. These commissions of inquiry help seek recognition for victims and promote possibilities for peace, reconciliation and democracy.

Constructs Of Justice: Beyond Civil Litigation, Alan Tomkins, Kimberly Applequist

Alan Tomkins Publications

It is the case that civil justice problems constitute the bulk of courts’ work in both the state and federal legal systems (see, e.g., Court Statistics Project, 2006; U.S. Courts, 2007). Nevertheless, a decision rendered by a jury (or a judge) takes place in only a relatively small percentage of civil disputes. There are exponentially more civil disputes resolved outside of court than are resolved via jury verdicts (see, e.g., Galanter, 1983, 1993, 1996; Miller & Sarat, 1980–1981; Trubek, Grossman, Felstiner, Kritzer, & Sarat, 1983), a state of affairs true for the UK as well as the US (Pleasence, 2006). …

Explore, Fall 2008, Vol. 12, No. 1: The 35th General Congregation Of The Society Of Jesus, Its Meaning And Messages, Ignatian Center For Jesuit Education

explore

Contents: The Point and Usefulness of a Jesuit General Congregation; Summaries of Three Decrees From GC35; A Justice of Faith: Kindling New Fires at the Frontiers; Exploring the Decrees of the Jesuit General Congregation 35: A Roundtable Discussion with Santa Clara University Faculty and Staff; Walking Different Pathways: Coming to Know Our Own Journey Better”The œCore Vision of GC35; Engineering at a Jesuit University: Reflections on GC35; Men and Women for Others”Men and Women with Others; Upcoming Events; Next Issue

Just Don't Say You Heard It From Me: Bridging The Davis V. Washington Divide Of Indistinguishable Primary-Purpose Statements, Thomas M. Forsyth Iii

UC Law Constitutional Quarterly

In Davis v. Washington, the Supreme Court sought to clarify its Crawford v. Washington holding, which restored the Constitution's Confrontation Clause to its original procedural function-to test the reliability of testimonial witness statements "in the crucible of cross-examination." Under Davis, the testimonial/non-testimonial categorization of witness hearsay statements is based on the primary purpose for which those statements were made to law enforcement agents. Despite the Court's two-pronged standard, Davis left a gaping hole between the extreme ends of the testimonial/nontestimonial spectrum where witness statements have a mixed or dual purpose and the primary purpose is indiscernible.

This note proposes that …

Who Says So - Defining Cruel And Unusual Punishment By Science, Sentiment, And Consensus, Aimee Logan

UC Law Constitutional Quarterly

The 2003 United States Supreme Court decision Atkins v. Virginia provides a unique opportunity to discuss how the Court integrates science into its constitutional philosophy. In Atkins, a majority of the Court concluded that executing criminals with mental retardation violates the Eighth Amendments prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment. Psychologists, psychiatrists and others in the scientific community have studied mental retardation for some time. However, the tests they use, and the criteria they look at, do not necessarily translate to the criminal justice system. Thus, in order to give legal significance to mental retardation, the Supreme Court must operationally define …

Nonviolent Drug Offenses. Sentencing, Parole And Rehabilitation.

Propositions

NONVIOLENT DRUG OFFENSES. SENTENCING, PAROLE AND REHABILITATION. INITIATIVE STATUTE. Allocates $460,000,000 annually to improve and expand treatment programs for persons convicted of drug and other offenses. Limits court authority to incarcerate offenders who commit certain drug crimes, break drug treatment rules or violate parole. Substantially shortens parole for certain drug offenses; increases parole for serious and violent felonies. Divides Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation authority between two Secretaries, one with six year fixed term and one serving at pleasure of Governor. Provides five year fixed terms for deputy secretaries. Creates 19 member board to direct parole and rehabilitation policy. Summary …

Voter Information Guide For 2008, General Election

Propositions

No abstract provided.

Collateral Damage: Examining The Impact Of Maternal Incarceration On The Social, Emotional, Behavioral And Educational Functioning Of Children : Released Mothers' Perspectives, Roberta Treadway Gaston

ETD Archive

The United States Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that women continue to be incarcerated at record numbers. The majority of these women are mothers to children under the age of 18. Consequently more and more children are being negatively effected as a result of this forced separation from their mothers. The research on children with an incarcerated mother documents the adverse impact on the well-being of the children left behind. The children experience a range of difficulties including emotional and psychological difficulties, educational problems and behavioral difficulties. Children who have a mother in prison or jail have been labeled as …

American Indians, Crime And The Law: Five Years Of Scholarship On Criminal Justice In Indian Country, Kevin Washburn

Faculty Scholarship

Opening remarks.

Street Outreach Workers: Best Practices And Lessons Learned, Scott H. Decker, Tim S. Bynum, Jack Mcdevitt, Amy Farrell, Sean P. Varano

Justice Studies Faculty Publications

Street outreach workers are an important part of the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative (CSI) comprehensive gang and youth violence reduction strategy in Massachusetts1. Street outreach involves the use of individuals to “work the streets,” making contact with youth in neighborhoods with high levels of gang activity. These individuals are generally not employed by the criminal justice system agencies but rather are based in community service organizations or other non- governmental agencies. Street outreach workers provide an important bridge between the community, gang-involved youth, and the agencies (whether social service or law enforcement) that respond to the …

Police Criminal Charging Decisions: An Examination Of Post-Arrest Decision-Making, Scott W. Phillips, Sean P. Varano

Justice Studies Faculty Publications

Scholars have encouraged studies of police decision-making to move beyond the arrest decision into research that broadens the understanding of police behavior. The criminal charge placed by officers against offenders is largely an untouched area of study. Examining criminal charging decisions goes beyond simple dichotomous decisions, such as arrest, but instead explores the area of police leniency or punitiveness. Randomly constructed vignettes describing a domestic violence incident were given to officers from four agencies. Officers indicated the criminal charges they would likely list against an offender if they were to make an arrest. Serious criminal charges were often supported by …

An Analysis Of Historical And Legal Sanctuary And A Cohesive Approach To The Current Movement, 42 J. Marshall L. Rev. 135 (2008), Pamela Begaj

UIC Law Review

No abstract provided.

Concerning State Financial Assistance To Finance Public School Facility Capital Construction, And Making An Appropriation Therefor., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 2001-Present

No abstract provided.

The Public Health Implications Of Trafficking, Tami Ashbridge

Master of Public Health Program Student Publications

Trafficking in human beings is a serious and complex human rights issue. Trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation has grave public health implications. The vulnerability of women and children increases their risk of becoming victims of trafficking for the purposes of sexual exploitation. Review of the literature on this subject demonstrates a direct link between the trafficking of women and children for sexual exploitation and the prevalence of HIV/AIDS, STIs and Reproductive/Gynecological Issues, Mental Health, Violence, Abuse and Social Issues. This review supports the concept of human trafficking as a serious public health issue and the need for improved …

Proposition 6 Police And Law Enforcement Funding. Criminal Penalties And Laws.

Propositions

POLICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNDING. CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND LAWS. INITIATIVE STATUTE. Requires minimum of $965,000,000 each year to be allocated from state General Fund for police, sheriffs, district attorneys, adult probation, jails and juvenile probation facilities. Some of this funding will increase in following years according to California Consumer Price Index. Makes approximately 30 revisions to California criminal law, many of which cover gang-related offenses. Revisions create multiple new crimes and additional penalties, some with the potential for new life sentences. Increases penalties for violating a gang-related injunction and for felons carrying guns under certain conditions. Summary of Legislative Analyst’s …

Criminal Justice System. Victims' Rights. Parole.

Propositions

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM. VICTIMS’ RIGHTS. PAROLE. INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AND STATUTE. Requires notification to victim and opportunity for input during phases of criminal justice process, including bail, pleas, sentencing and parole. Establishes victim safety as consideration in determining bail or release on parole. Increases the number of people permitted to attend and testify on behalf of victims at parole hearings. Reduces the number of parole hearings to which prisoners are entitled. Requires that victims receive written notification of their constitutional rights. Establishes timelines and procedures concerning parole revocation hearings. Summary of Legislative Analyst’s Estimate of Net State and Local Government …

Co 515 Forgiveness In The Counseling Process, Virginia Todd Holeman

Syllabi

Course Description: This course explores the theological, psychological, and clinical components of forgiveness and reconciliation. Interpersonal and intrapersonal elements of forgiveness receive particular emphasis. Procedures for implementing forgiveness in pastoral and clinical counseling settings are reviewed.

Assessment Practices In Residential Treatment Facilities For Juvenile Offenders, Liz Marciniak, Diane T. Marsh

Contemporary Issues in Juvenile Justice

Given the high prevalence of mental disorders among juvenile offenders, as well as the link between untreated disorders and delinquent behavior, there is a critical need for standardized, cost-effective, and clinically effective procedures to identify youth with mental health problems. Surveys were sent to staff in juvenile residential facilities throughout Pennsylvania to examine statewide assessment practices, including the background and training of staff, the standard intake procedures used in these facilities, and the role of assessment in treatment planning. Although results provide evidence of some common statewide assess-ment practices, there was significant variability in the use of specific procedures. Suggestions …

Student Handbook 2008-09, Dmacc

Student Handbooks

No abstract provided.

2008-2009 - Graduate Catalog, Office Of The Registrar, East Tennessee State University

Graduate Academic Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Ditching The Disposal Plan: Revisiting Miranda In An Age Of Terror, Kim D. Chanbonpin

St. Thomas Law Review

This Essay will show that the creation of an exceptional ad hoc court for the purpose of trying suspected terrorists in the United States would be a misguided approach to solving the problem of the military commissions. It will also demonstrate that, in a society based on the rule of law, the justice which President Bush seeks for terrorists must include proper treatment in detention and fair trials. The regular criminal justice process in the federal courts has served and can continue to serve as an adequate, efficient, and fair method to bring terrorists to justice. Moreover, the exclusionary rule …

Of Inferior Stock: The Two-Pronged Repression Of Radical Immigrant Birth Control Advocates At The Turn-Of-The Twentieth Century, Cesar Cuahtemoc Garcia Hernandez

St. Thomas Law Review

This article addresses law's coercive function to quash birth control advocacy at the turn-of-the-twentieth century. Part II addresses the development of anti-obscenity legislation, especially at the federal level, to slow quelling support for birth control availability and usage. In particular, the article addresses the trend during the late 1800s in which the states and federal government prohibited sending birth control information or products through the mail. This section also explores the significant harassment, and both actual and threatened prosecution of birth control advocates that resulted from criminal prohibitions. Part III surveys the rampant nativism that swept policymaking circles during this …

Wither The Jury Trial, Stanley Marcus

St. Thomas Law Review

This speech was presented on March 13, 2008, in Hollywood, Florida, as part of the National Conference of Law Reviews.

Office Of The Vice Provost For Research Annual Report - 2008, Office Of The Vice Provost For Research, East Tennessee State University

Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

The Culpability Of Felony Murder, Guyora Binder

Notre Dame Law Review

No abstract provided.