Assignment:
As you have learned thus far in the course, writing detailed and accurate reports is very important in the criminal justice field. To complete this assignment, you will choose one of the scenarios from the list of scenario links provided below. If you are not sure which report you would like to focus on, feel free to download all the links and review them prior to making your selection. You will base your complete report on your response to the scenario you select. Part I is the report template, and Part II is a reflection of what you learned in this assignment.
Note: Both Parts (I and II) of this assignment are contained in the scenario documents. You do not need to add anything to the template other than your responses.
Instructions
Select one of the three scenarios and download the template to your computer by clicking the links below:
Scenario 1: Report of Theft of Property from a Vehicle.
Scenario 2: Complaint and Warrant Report.
Scenario 3: Pre-Sentence Investigation Report.
Part I:
Submit a completed report template that contains accurate information based on the scenario you selected.
Part II:
Write a 300 to 350 word, double-spaced reflection on what you learned in this assignment. Use acceptable grammar, sentence structure, and writing conventions for all report fields that require written statements or descriptions of locations, events, and in your reflection.
Note: Regardless of which Scenario you choose, please make sure that the form is complete. Please contact your instructor if you have any questions.
This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:
Create criminal justice reports using appropriate templates, the report-writing process, and required specifications.