Criminal Justice and the Constitution

Description of Writing Assignment

Criminal Justice and the Constitution

Summary of the Assignment:

This assignment asks you to select a topic of your choice regarding the materials we covered in the course. This assignment should focus on a persuasive or objective research topic that interests you. Please note: if you select persuasive, address the opposing point of view! Avoid using the textbook as a source! Make sure that every word, section, transition, and component of the paper holds the attention of the reader from start to finish.

It is critical that you use the “Plain English” rules we have discussed in class, including frequent use of sections and sub-sections in breaking down material.

Question Presented:

You should present a well-written paper in APA format, of four pages, double-spaced, excluding references and citations to authority, on a topic that interests you personally and concerns a subject covered (or will be covered) in our class.

Thesis Statement:

Why “red flag”  laws are unconstitutional

Use these articles to help write the paper. Describing how red flag laws are unconstitutional:

https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/judge-andrew-napolitano-the-dangerous-urge-to-do-something

Red Flag Laws Spur Debate over Due Process:

https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2019/09/04/red-flag-laws-spur-debate-over-due-process