Intercontinental University Unit 1 Individual Project CRJS105 –1103b-04 Theories of Crime Causation August 28‚2011 Abstract In this paper I will explain the differences between Criminologists‚ Criminalists‚ and Forensic psychologists and what is the difference in their disciplines of expertise. As well as looking at blue collar crime vs. white collar crime‚ how they are reported and measured by the FBI in their uniformed crime reporting. Also how blue
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The role of an expert witness in the criminal justice system such a forensic psychologist‚ is to make appropriate and suitable assessments‚ therapeutic assessment‚ conduct interviews‚ conducts evaluations and consultations‚ and also collects data pertaining to case (Huss‚ 2013). A forensic psychologist may render an opinion in family law in a case involving custody dispute. The attorney may need the psychologist to assess or evaluate the impact of any negative behavior demonstrated from any of the
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Forensic psychologists may be new to the criminal justice system‚ but they are extremely paramount to keeping the system honest. Forensic psychologists have many duties within the criminal justice system‚ and because of this they must have extensive schooling. The level of schooling that they acquire also affects they salary that they receive from their employers. The field of forensic psychology is very interesting and can attract the attention of many people (even a priest)‚ but due to the serious
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are doing well! If you recall from my last post‚ I want to be a Forensic Psychologist. To become a Forensic Psychologist‚ I would have to get a PhD in psychology or a Doctor of Psychology degree‚ a Psy.D. I will be going towards a Psy.D. Instead of doing a dissertation that’s required for a Ph.D.‚ I’ll be doing practical work‚ examinations and a one-year internship‚ according to Bureau of Labor Statistics on How to Become a Psychologist. Once I have received my master’s degree in psychology I will
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Salary: $4977.10 - $6183.10 / mo Final Filling Date: Continuous Duties: The Criminalist is the entry‚ training and sub journey level for the series. Criminalist will perform routine and less complex technical laboratory analyses and assist higher-level Criminalist in the examination of crime scenes and in the scientific investigation of crimes. Requirements: Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with a major in one of the physical or biological sciences‚ including the equivalent of
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has a forensic psychologist in the show. As with all jobs‚ Forensic psychologist have certain skills and duties‚ along with a different work environment‚ schedule‚ schooling‚pay‚ and job outlook for the future. Forensic Psychologists play a major role in not only the shows‚ but in real life legal or criminal scenarios as well. Forensic psychology requires many everyday skills‚ but there is also many skills that all of us do not have. A major example of one of those skills is patience. Forensic psychologist
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issues of researching crime? A critical issue facing criminologists involves recognizing political and social consequences. Often‚ criminologists forget the social responsibility they have as experts in areas such as crime and justice. The lives of millions of people can be influenced by criminological research data. Debates over gun control‚ capital punishment‚ mandatory sentences‚ gang activity‚ are ongoing and often contentious. Some criminologists argue for social services and rehabilitation programs
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Forensic Psychologists are an important part in the justice system. They evaluate whether defendants are fit to stand trial and whether they were in sound mind at the time they carried out said wrongdoings. At times‚ authorities may likewise request that they survey the psychological well-being of detainees on death row. Prisoners who are insane can’t be executed. In every criminal trial‚ it’s up to the jury to choose quilt or innocence. Still‚ a psychologists’ evaluation can affect the result of
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Introduction The Therapeutic role and the Forensic role continues to be a debatable subject‚ some critics believe it’s a conflict of interest some argue that impartiality can be maintained. The question is can the two engage in a dual relationship where both roles work together for a common cause? When asking this question we have to consider the main factors‚ therapeutic clinicians provide care‚ and forensic evaluators cater to the courts. When we look at this issues form this perspective it’s
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Psychologists This report is about the job of a psychologist. I chose the topic of a psychologist because I want to be a part of something for a cause‚ to help people. I realized recently that I pay attention to the different aspects of people’s behaviors so I usually know how the other person is feeling. So if I can apply my skills to a career‚ it would have to be a psychologist. A psychologist would be a perfect career because I knew already that psychologists study the behaviors of people
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