Writing on criminal justice, the law, and policing

Integrity: The Core of Public ServiceOne of the most crucial tenets of the criminal justice system and public service is integrity. People in positions

The Development of Conventional Police Patrol As law enforcement organizations have adjusted to new technologies, shifting crime trends, and changing community expectations, police patrol

The Constitutional Basis for Search Incident to Arrest People are protected from arbitrary searches and seizures by the Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution.

The Shifting Prison Population The growing number of elderly inmates is one of the issues facing correctional institutions. Long-term incarceration causes people to naturally

Drones’ Expanding Use in Law EnforcementUnmanned aircraft systems, or drones, have grown in importance as a tool for law enforcement as technology continues to

Giving Victims a Voice Victim impact statements give victims of crime a crucial chance to take part in the criminal justice system. Victims or,

Understanding the Criminal Court System  The purpose of the criminal court process is to ascertain whether a person accused of a crime should be

Pressure Officers in the tough field of law enforcement are subjected to pressures that are uncommon in most other professions. Police officers are expected

Social Media and the Changing World of Young People Social media has changed the way young people communicate, build friendships, learn about the world,