CRIMINOLOGY UNIT VII ASSESSMENT ESSAY QUESTIONS

Question : What are the policy implications of social development theories ? How have these implications been reflected in actual policy if at all

Answer : Although elaborate discussions on each of the theories mentioned here is out of scope of this write up , it is worth noting here that each theory endeavors to find out the genesis of crime and presents its own perspective logically and clearly . In the modern approach to criminology most people believe in re-structuring the entire process of treating criminals . Though I agree to a view of a more inclusive

policy that helps the society as well as the process of de-criminalization , I disagree to that school of thought which believes in revamping the entire social approach towards criminals . I believe that we have a good enough criminal justice system in place which just needs to be tweaked a little to suit the changing times

If I focus my attention to the criminal justice system , I am compelled to think that globally we have built or criminal justice system on very strong foundations that believes in speedy justice with minimum of fuss .The criminal justice system consists of three main parts (1 ) law enforcement (police (2 ) adjudication (courts and (3 ) corrections (jails , prisons , probation and parole . Most of the systems prevalent have been promulgated to protect the social fabric without disrupting the personal freedom of an individual . I have a firm conviction , barring a few changes and a general change in the outlook towards the convicted we need...