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Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1998
Summarizes highlights of a discussion by eight leaders in the field of child sexual abuse on the impact of child sexual abuse examinations on the dependency and criminal systems. (DB)
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Welfare, Criminal Law, Legal Problems
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Puritz, Patricia; Burrell, Sue; Schwartz, Robert; Soler, Mark; Warboys, Loren – Update on Law-Related Education, 2000
Evaluates the juvenile justice system focusing on the barriers children encounter when seeking appropriate counsel and the quality of representation. Includes an assessment of the appointment of counsel, pretrial preparation and trial performance, post-trial maneuvers, and appeals. Finds that the most common obstacle is the overwhelming caseloads…
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Criminal Law, Due Process, Individual Characteristics
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Howe, Martha A.; Malgwi, Charles A. – Journal of Education for Business, 2006
Fraud is a pervasive problem, and educating future business leaders, managers, and auditors about fraud is one way to attack the problem. This instructional fraud case chronicles the actual details surrounding a major embezzlement at a regional high school (RHS) that culminated in long federal and state prison sentences for the school's treasurer.…
Descriptors: Deception, Antisocial Behavior, Crime, Justice
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Johnson, Earl, Jr., Ed. – Update on Law-Related Education, 1994
This special theme issue of "Update on Law-Related Education""tells about the past, present, and future of equal legal representation for all in our society." It is dedicated to the history and heroes of legal aid for the poor and the need to further that cause if the United States hopes to achieve equal justice for all. In his…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Elementary Secondary Education
United Nations, New York, NY. – 1991
This document contains three United Nations resolutions that emphasize the role and practice of prison education. The three resolutions were adopted in 1990: (1) the Economic and Social Council Resolution 1990/20 on prison education; (2) the General Assembly Resolution 45/111 on basic principles for the treatment of prisoners; and (3) General…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Civil Rights, Correctional Education, Criminal Law
Grande, Peter J.; Wood, Richard J. – 1992
A description of Sam Houston University and the College of Criminal Justice introduces this annotated bibliography, which provides a single comprehensive listing of the master's degree theses written by students in the criminal justice program from its establishment in 1965 through 1990. Several 1991 theses are included although their call numbers…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Correctional Institutions, Court Litigation, Criminal Law
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Triandis, Harry C. – Journal of Social Issues, 1975
Translates questions submitted by Alan Reitman, Associate Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union which the practitioners of civil liberties would like behavioral scientists to answer into researchable topics. Reviews some of the literature relevant to each, and suggests the kinds of studies needed to provide some answers.…
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Media Research
Bryant, Gerald; Cirel, Paul – 1977
In Polk County, Iowa, criminal justice agencies and concerned citizens work together to lessen the burden on the rape victim and to increase the chance of ultimate conviction and sentencing in rape and sexual assault cases. The Rape/Sexual Assault Care Center offers medical and social supportive services to victims, aids law enforcement and…
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Community Cooperation, Crime, Criminal Law
Bahn, Charles – 1977
This report reviews the literature on sentence disparity and considers the advisability of additional efforts to provide more equality throughout the criminal justice system. Definitions of disparity are said to include: (1) differences between individual judges; (2) differences between comparable defendants; (3) differences between categories of…
Descriptors: Civil Rights Legislation, Court Litigation, Court Role, Criminal Law
Astin, Katherine, Ed.; And Others – 1981
This guide on law education is designed for high school students. Objectives are to give a fundamental understanding of Utah law in those areas that may be encountered personally, show how laws are made, and explain what to do if you become involved with the law. This volume is arranged in seven chapters. Topics include: (1) an introduction to…
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Courts, Criminal Law, Delinquency
Greenwood, Peter W.; And Others – 1980
This document, the final report resulting from a two-year study of the use of juvenile records in adult court proceedings and the relationship between age and sanction severity, is of interest to researchers and policymakers concerned with sanction policies for youthful offenders. The introductory chapter provides an overview of the controversy…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Age Differences, Court Doctrine
Rosenblum, Robert H.; Blew, Carol Holliday – 1979
This monograph highlights the elements of four victim-assistance programs which demonstrate the range of services currently being offered. It provides a preliminary look at the impact of such programs and points out where more information is needed. Major topics include victim and witness services and monitoring thereof. The two goals of…
Descriptors: Community Services, Counseling Services, Crime, Criminal Law
Brewer, Saundra – 1978
Although juveniles are not considered criminals, it has been only in the last decade that they have been accorded the constitutional rights to fairness and due process of law accorded to adults - - basic rights guaranteed by the United States Supreme Court decision in the Miranda case. However, since a large proportion of youthful arrestees are of…
Descriptors: Civil Rights, Court Litigation, Criminal Law, Criminals
Lindmark, Joyce A. – 1975
Three changes in trial procedure are proposed to minimize the effects of individual juror bias and those biases that are artifically induced by lawyers. Since certain personality types are likely to maintain whatever prejudices they bring to court, no one should be exempted from jury duty unless he is mentally retarded or physically incapacitated…
Descriptors: Bias, Court Litigation, Court Role, Courts
Hayner, Kimerick F. – 1971
Since present justice jurisdiction of American Indian Lands is based solely on racial criteria with minimum regard for current Indian status of law enforcement needs and since Congress is presently considering complete revision of major criminal legislation relative to such jurisdiction, there is good reason to assess the present status and future…
Descriptors: American Indians, Change Strategies, Conflict, Criminal Law
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