Bullies, Bigots, & Other Bastards
The Bastards of Justice & Injustice
Whichever side of the law they are on, the bastards of justice and injustice continue to cause havoc. Here, we examine the perpetrators and protectors to determine the true bastards of justice and injustice.
Understanding the Importance of Ethics in Criminal Justice Research
Vincent Triola
4 Minute Or Less Read Time
Research plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system. It involves gathering data and transforming it into valuable information, which is key to the system’s effective and efficient operation. This information aids criminal justice leaders in developing appropriate programs, allocating resources, and making policy decisions. Ethics is a significant area of research in criminal justice.
The Stanford Prison Experiment: The Bastards of Prisons
Vincent Triola
13 Minute Or Less Read Time
Unveiling the Truth: Lessons from the Stanford Prison Experiment The Stanford Prison Experiment shed light on the disturbing behavioral dynamics within prison environments, demonstrating the profound impact of unchecked authority. The study revealed that the prison setting has a profound effect on fostering aggressive and violent behavior in both inmates and guards. Moreover, the experiment highlighted the influence of individual differences in shaping behavior, emphasizing the need for comprehensive training for those in positions of authority. While criticisms of the experiment's simulated nature have been voiced, the findings underscore the urgent need to reconsider the punitive nature of prisons and its detrimental effects on individuals.
Serial Killers: The Criminal Investigation Process
Vincent Triola
8 Minute Or Less Read Time
How Serial Killers Expose the Weaknesses of Criminal Investigation: A critical analysis of how bias, lack of expertise, and limited resources affect the ability of law enforcement to catch and stop serial offenders.
Andrea Yates & The Misunderstood Biological Influences on Criminal Behavior
Vincent Triola
6 Minute Or Less Read Time
Andrea Yates: A Victim of Injustice and Neglect: This article explores the case of Andrea Yates, who killed her five children in 2001 while experiencing a psychotic episode caused by postpartum depression and schizophrenia. The article claims that Yates was a victim of injustice and neglect by the criminal justice and mental health systems, which failed to provide her with proper treatment, diagnosis, and support. The article also criticizes the role of police, prosecutors, and the public in demonizing and stigmatizing Yates, instead of recognizing her mental illness and offering her compassion.
The Death Penalty is Not an Effective Crime Deterrent
Vincent Triola
5 Minute Or Less Read Time
The death penalty is a controversial issue that has been debated for centuries. However, the facts are clear: the death penalty does not deter crime, it is prone to errors and abuses, and it inflicts unnecessary pain and suffering on the condemned and their families. In this article, we will examine the arguments and evidence against the death penalty and show why it is a barbaric practice that should be abolished.
Child & Adult Sex Offenders: Justice & Treatment Failure
Vincent Triola
6 Minute Or Less Read Time
The ineffective laws and policies targeting child sex offenders are a result of ambiguous definitions and emotional responses rather than scientific evidence. This article emphasizes the need for evidence-based treatment and supervision, tailored to individual offender types and circumstances. By increasing incarceration time for severe crimes and providing effective interventions for lower-risk offenders, policymakers can achieve better justice outcomes. Additionally, understanding the causes of sexual offenses is crucial in developing more practical laws and policies that address the root of the problem.