Discussion Post: Victimology
• Using the internet, determine if your state (TENNESSEE) has a criminal injuries compensation fund. If they do not, use a surrounding state. In no less than 500 words give an overview of the program - include funding sources, eligibility requirements, qualifying crimes, qualifying expenses and any other pertinent information. 400 words.
• Even though many possible sources of reimbursement exist - court ordered restitution, private insurance coverage, state compensation funds - why do so many victims still fail to receive any repayment of their losses and expenses? 200 words.
• Imagine you were assigned to construct a program that would place burglars and robbers in jobs that pay a living wage so they could repay their victims. Describe any objections that you think would be raised against such a program - from the community, the victim and victim's family, the convicted criminal. 300 words.
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.