Assignment: Criminology
Instructions
In this unit, we looked at the biological theories of crime. For this scholarly activity, you will explain four theories of crime from Chapters 3 and 4. Some of the biological theories focus on internal factors, such as low blood sugar, hormonal differences, and atavistic features.
In your explanation of each theory, include responses to the following items:
-Explain the basic concepts of the theory.
-How is the theory related to crime?
-Do you personally feel that the theory is acceptable as a potential reason for crime? Explain your answer.
-Is there research to substantiate this theory?
In accordance with APA style, format your scholarly activity with level one headings for each theory, and then answer the questions pertaining to that theory.
Your scholarly activity (a combination of all four theories) must be two pages in length, not counting the title and reference pages. You are required to use at least one outside source; however, you may need to use more in order to successfully complete this assignment. All sources used, including the textbook, must be cited and referenced.
There are many theories as to why some people commit crimes. The concept of eugenics and the 1927 U.S. Supreme Court case of Buck v. Bell present a particularly unique situation.
Research the 1927 U.S. Supreme Court case of Buck v. Bell. The case involved state-enforced eugenic sterilization for people who were considered feebleminded or otherwise genetically inferior. Write a two-page research paper (not counting the title and reference pages) on your findings. Summarize the case, define the eugenic movement, and discuss its role in this case.
Address the following points within your research paper:
-Define eugenics. What theory or theories of criminology does eugenics relate to?
-What happened to eugenics, particularly to enforced sterilization, in the years following the Supreme Court's findings in the Buck v. Bell case? What is the current legal status of enforced sterilization in the United States?
-Is the study of genetics (especially heredity) sufficiently predictable to justify using it to make decisions such as those imposed on Carrie Buck? Should genetics be used as the basis for any type of legal decision? Make sure that you support your answers.
You are required to use at least two outside sources for your research paper. All sources used, including the textbook, must be cited and referenced.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.