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The Lead, Mid-Fall 2024, Lindenwood University

The Lead

The Lead is an electronic newsletter produced by the Lindenwood College of Education & Human Services.

Women On Death Row In The United States, Sandra Babcock, Nathalie Greenfield, Kathryn Adamson

Cardozo Law Review

This Article presents a comprehensive study of forty-eight persons sentenced to death between 1990 and 2022 who were legally recognized as women at the time of their trials. Our research is the first of its kind to conduct a holistic and intersectional analysis of the factors driving women’s death sentences. It reveals commonalities across women’s cases, delving into their experiences of motherhood, gender-based violence (“GBV”), and prior involvement with the criminal legal system. We also explore the nature of the women’s crimes of conviction, including the role of male codefendants and the state’s use of aggravating factors. Finally, we reveal …

Anyone You Are Related To Can Be Used Against You: Criminal Discovery Statutes And Investigative Genetic Genealogy, Caroline Levine

Cardozo Law Review

The use of investigative genetic genealogy (“IGG”) as a basis for arresting suspects in complex and dormant investigations is raising serious concerns about whether the due process rights of criminal defendants in these cases are being violated. This Note provides a comprehensive look at the role of this groundbreaking, yet little-understood technology in criminal prosecutions. Technological advances have historically necessitated that courts expand and reinterpret legal principles. As a novel derivative of traditional DNA testing, this Note argues IGG should similarly require that discovery statutes be amended or rewritten to adapt to this cutting-edge technique, which is so new that …

Mississippi State University Libraries Records Management Policies And Procedures, Mississippi State University Libraries

Policies and Procedures

No abstract provided.

The Rider (2024-09-30), Natalie Lapsley

The Rider Archives

Vol.10 No.6

Operating Fund Budget/ Expenditure Detail Report 2024-25, Csusb Budget Office

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

Tennessee Felon Population Update, October 2024, Tennessee. Department Of Correction.

Felon Population Reports

No abstract provided.

Educators' Perspectives On Implementing Restorative Practiceswith Fidelity In The Primary Classroom., Kelly Erin Jenkins

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Punitive disciplinary approaches have been used for decades in primary grades with little improvement in behavior and negative impacts on classroom climate. This qualitative case study explored the perspectives of administrators and educators implementing restorative practice (RP) with fidelity in the primary grades of urban public elementary schools. The study addressed the restorative principles of norm setting, community-building circles, restorative chats, and restorative conferences for implementing restorative justice with fidelity. Guided by the conceptual framework of RP, interviews with five administrators (principals, deans, climate managers, and guidance counselors) and five teachers (Grades K–3) revealed common themes in the successes and …

Ksu University Band & Wind Symphony

Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

David Roush, Conductor

Details: Red Mass Tomorrow, Emma Kate Lively `

The Red Mass

Emma Kate Lively reminds members of the NDLS Saint Thomas More Society about the Red Mass tomorrow. She also provides a quick bio of the celebrant, Bishop Robert J. McClory.

Mass Shootings In The United States, Sydney Livingston

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

High rates of mass shootings are becoming a uniquely American problem; the US makes up 73% of the world’s mass shootings, yet makes up only 4.25% of the world’s population. School shootings, in particular, have increased dramatically in the US since the Columbine High School shooting in 1999, an event many perpetrators have since drawn upon as inspiration. There is a strong divide of opinions in the nation regarding how firearm deaths should be reduced, which has complicated and slowed progress in identifying effective solutions. Each mass shooting causes additional shootings to occur, and each one takes a toll on …

Effects Of Gerrymandering On State Social Policy, Gary D. Brinker

eJournal of Public Affairs

Partisan Bias occurs when an election results in a party gleaning a significantly different proportion of legislative seats than the proportion of votes cast for that party. It can be strategically produced via gerrymandering and is thought by many to threaten the basic principles of democracy. This research uses the 2022 state election results to compute statewide measures of Partisan Bias, then analyzes the correlation with controversial state social policies. Results showed that the redistricting method used and the percent of the party’s legislators were related to Partisan Bias. Analysis also showed that Partisan Bias explains significant levels of variance …

Tribes And Ai: Possibilities For Tribal Sovereignty, Adam Crepelle

Duke Law & Technology Review

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has permeated every facet of modern existence. Governments across the globe are exploring its applications and attempting to establish regulatory frameworks. Numerous scholars have proffered recommendations for governing AI at the local, national, and international levels. However, as is often the case, Indian tribes have been neglected in AI policy discussions. This oversight is significant because the 574 federally recognized tribes are sovereigns with their own judicial, education, and healthcare systems. Due to their relatively small populations and geographic isolation, tribes stand to benefit significantly from the services AI can perform. Moreover, tribes are uniquely well-suited to …

Volume 55-2 Complete Issue, Steven M. Schnell

The Geographical Bulletin

Volume 55-2 Complete Issue

Spatial Crime Displacement On Chicago’S South Side, David Melsness, Ryan Weichelt

The Geographical Bulletin

This research examines the effects of population displacement after the demolition of the Robert Taylor Homes (in Chicago’s 2nd Police District) on crime in neighboring police districts that serve impoverished, racially segregated, high-crime neighborhoods where many former residents relocated. The objective is to analyze possible relationships between the demolition of the housing project and crime trends of murder, robbery, and total reported index crime in surrounding police districts and police beats through the use of hotspot analysis.

Celebrating Success, Part 5, September 27, 2024, Tisa Mason Ed.D.

Heart of a Tiger Columns

No abstract provided.

A Study Of Civil Liability Views Of U.S. Midwestern Police, Daniel Hall, Morris Jenkins, Eric Lambert, Shanon L. Gillette, Yung Hyeock Lee

Justice, Law, and Public Safety Studies Department Faculty Conferences

In the past several years, there has been a greater social call for police officers to be civilly and/or criminally liable for their actions. It is unclear if concern for liability exists today among police officers and if this concern influences how officers interaction with community members. The current study explored the civil and criminal liability views of police officers and if officers feel that this liability changed how they provide services. Data for this survey came from a recent survey of police officers in the U.S. Midwest. The results will be presented and discussed

Ud In The News Sept. 20-27, University Of Dayton

News Releases

Gloria Falcão Dodd in the International Marian Research Institute discussed apparitions with EWTN and National Catholic Register. The National Desk, Washington Post, Newsweek and New York Post interviewed political scientist Christopher Devine.

The Diamond, September 27, 2024, Dordt University

Dordt Diamond

• Front Page : Dordt Reaches Record Enrollment 5 Years in a Row; International Instrumental Tour Canceled; Rumors of Mold Never Grow Old
• News: Why Do So Many Professors Attend Covenant CRC?; Savor the Sounds; What is Heartland Break?
• Feature: From Rain to Restoration; Dordt Trapshooting Club Feels Impact of Rock Valley Flooding; Production Arts - Behind the Stream; Nursing Department Hosts Simulation Lab Open House
• Politics: The Prison is My Mission Field; Take Two on Assassination; Discussing the Debate
• Sports: Women's Volleyball Season Preview; Swim Team Highlight; Defenders Show Up and Shut Out; The Reality of …

Selected U.S. Government Statistical Agencies And Their Data, Bert Chapman

Libraries Faculty and Staff Presentations

Provides introductory and detailed overview of U.S. Government agencies statistics. Includes examples of how an individual U.S. law authorizes government agencies to compile statistics for particular congressional committees and the general public. Statistics cover topics such as demography, defense, foreign assistance, economic growth, criminal justice, energy, Social Security, and Medicare.

Vol.52 N.10 September 26th 2024, Voice Media Ventures

Black Voice News

No abstract provided.

Analyzing Criminal Case Disposition, Sentencing, And Employment Outcomes For Police Officers Arrested For Sexual Misconduct, Emma M. Butera, Evelyn M. Cook, Eric M. Cooke, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Previous literature has identified disparities in disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes for officers convicted of various criminal offenses, yet research on disparities for sexual offenses is lacking. This study explores disparities in case disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes for on- and off-duty sexual misconduct cases involving sworn law enforcement. Using data from the Henry A. Wallace Police Crime Database, this study examines disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes in relation to individual officer characteristics among police officers arrested for sexual offenses. This research aims to uncover differences in case outcomes and has implications for equitable justice, accountability, and police reform.

Poster …

An Exploratory Analysis Of The Situational Contexts That Influence On-Duty Police Fatal Shootings, Aubrey L. Hill, Eric M. Cooke, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Examining the diverse scenarios and situations underlying fatal shootings by on-duty officers charged with murder and manslaughter is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies and policy recommendations. Previous studies focus on victim characteristics but often overlook motivations and situational contexts. To address this gap, this study uses data from the Henry A. Wallace Police Crime Database to examine situational contexts of on-duty fatal shootings. Specifically, we explore how the nature of the encounter, environment, weapons and bodycam presence, and officers’ perceptions influence these events. By analyzing these factors, we aim to understand the underlying causes of fatal shootings.

Poster presented …

Discovering Factors That Influence Young African American Males' (18-25) Satisfaction With And Trust In Northeast Ohio Police, Timothy David Finucan Jr

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Police officers have been known to use excessive force and abuse their powers during encounters with young African American males (ages 18 to 25), which may lead to lower perception levels of police. This study provides crucial information for criminal justice professionals about the psychological and demographic factors that influence young African American males’ perceptions of police. The purpose of this study was to analyze these factors that influence how young African American males perceive law enforcement after having an encounter with the police and how to make future encounters more pleasurable. The research question in this study was used …

British Columbia Teachers’ Beliefs And Experiences On Implementing Social And Emotional Learning, Lori Larkin

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a school-based educational intervention aimed at helping children and youth develop competencies to promote positive academic growth, behavior, and development. The success of the SEL intervention depends on several factors beyond the curriculum, including the role of teachers, the quality of the SEL implementation, and the classroom and school context. While research on the teachers’ role in successful SEL implementation has been conducted, less is known about how SEL is implemented in an impoverished and diverse school context in British Columbia in Northern Canada. The purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore …

Applying The Conditions Required For The Complementary Role Of The International Criminal Court On The Case Of Sudan, Almoatuz A. Mansoor

Sultan Qaboos University Legal Studies Journal

This paper delves into the necessary conditions for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to serve a complementary role in cases where a state is unable or unwilling to prosecute. It assesses the criteria for determining the applicability of these cases to the situation in Sudan before the International Criminal Court. The paper examines the evolution of international criminal law and its connection to individuals under public international law. It also evaluates the issue of inability by analysing Sudan's legal system in terms of legislative competence, the professional competence of legal professionals, and the impartiality of the judiciary. In addition, the …

Environmental Justice And Social Work: A Study Across Practice Settings In Three U.S. States, Lisa Reyes Mason, Sierra Roach Coye, Smitha Rao, Amy Krings, Julia Santucci

Graduate School of Social Work: Faculty Scholarship

Environmental justice is essential for improved quality of life and sustainable wellbeing. This study examines how environmental issues and related injustices are surfacing in U.S. social work practice and social work readiness to respond, and what resources social workers are most interested in. Data are from an online survey of U.S. social workers (N = 337) in Colorado, Ohio, and Tennessee. Participants answered questions about their social work background, current job, environmental issues in practice, resources, and demographics. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics. For nine issues, at least 30% of participants reported these as surfacing sometimes or often, with …

Examining Officer, Agency, And Victim Characteristics In On-Duty Fatal Shootings, Molly A. Whetstone, Eric M. Cooke, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

This study examines the characteristics of officers, agencies, and victims involved in an on-duty fatal shooting. Previous research has identified that officer gender, experience level, and victim race influence incidents but has often overlooked agency characteristics. This study uses data from the Henry A. Wallace Police Crime Database to examine the relationship between officer, agency, and victim characteristics of officers charged with murder or manslaughter resulting from an on-duty fatal shooting. This analysis aims to inform discussions that could lead to new policies and implications for police agencies.

Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the Midwestern Criminal Justice Association …

Maintaining A Professional Relationship With Opposing Counsel, Criminal Justice Institute

Criminal Justice Institute

September 26, 2024

"They Just Looked At Me Like I Didn't Matter"- The Experiences Of Assaulted Lgbtq+ Women With The Police, Katherine Poehlmann

LLM Theses

Research reveals that LGBTQ+ women are subjected to high rates of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). It is widely known that most victim-survivors of SGBV do not report it to the police and when they do, they usually have negative experiences, often due to the influence of myths and stereotypes on police officers’ attitudes and conduct. LGBTQ+ communities are known to be subjected to a multitude of myths and stereotypes that perpetuate violence against them, particularly in the case of highly marginalized subgroups (e.g., trans women, bisexual women). Little attention has been paid, particularly in the Canadian context, to the …