Define a significant problem faced by the justice system, describe the scope and consequences of the problem, and discuss society’s responses to the problem.

Problem Statement:

Crime and society is a significant problem faced by the justice system. The problem of crime is multifaceted and has many implications for both individuals and society as a whole. It is estimated that crime costs the United States billions of dollars each year in lost productivity and increased healthcare and legal expenses. Furthermore, crime has a detrimental impact on the psychological and physical well-being of its victims. This paper will examine the social problem of crime and society, including the scope and consequences of the problem and society’s responses to it.

Outline:

I. Title II. Abstract III. What is the problem?

• Definition of crime and society
• Narrowing the problem to focus on a specific aspect of crime, such as property crime or violent crime IV. What are the individual and social implications of this problem?
• Discussion of implications supported by research data
• Economic cost of crime
• Psychological and physical impact on victims V. What do the experts say about the problem?
• Examination of expert opinions and research on the topic VI. What have we, as a society, done about this problem?
• Discussion of current public policies and other less formal responses to crime VII. How are public policies and other, less formal responses working?
• Evaluation of the effectiveness of current responses VIII. Describe an alternative solution to the problem.
• Proposal of an alternative response to crime, such as restorative justice or community policing IX. Discuss why the alternative is, or can be, an effective response to the problem.
• Analysis of the potential benefits and drawbacks of the alternative response X. Conclude with thoughts about the chosen social problem. XI. References

Annotated Bibliography:

1. “Crime and Its Impact on the Community” by National Criminal Justice Reference Service. This source provides an overview of the impact of crime on communities and discusses various responses to crime, such as community policing and crime prevention programs. This source will contribute to my paper by providing background information on the problem of crime and society and the various responses to it.
2. “The Economic Costs of Crime” by the National Institute of Justice. This source provides data on the economic cost of crime in the United States, including costs associated with lost productivity, healthcare expenses, and legal costs. This source will contribute to my paper by providing data on the economic impact of crime on society.
3. “The Psychological and Physical Impact of Crime on Victims” by the National Center for Victims of Crime. This source discusses the psychological and physical impact of crime on victims, including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and physical injuries. This source will contribute to my paper by providing information on the impact of crime on victims and their well-being.
4. “Restorative Justice: An Alternative Approach to Punishing Crime” by the American Bar Association. This source discusses the concept of restorative justice, which focuses on restoring relationships and healing between victims, offenders, and the community. This source will contribute to my paper by providing information on an alternative approach to addressing crime and its implications.
5. “Community Policing: A New Strategy for Fighting Crime” by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. This source provides an overview of community policing, a strategy that aims to build positive relationships between law enforcement and the community. This source will contribute to my paper by providing information on a less formal response to crime.