Discussions should be: logical and well-formulated, thought provoking and open-ended, and inspire deeper discussion about the significance and applications of the ideas discussed in the assigned readings.  In addition to posting your initial question, you are also required to post a minimum of 2 thoughtful responses to questions posed by your classmates

Hagan, J. (1989). Why is there so little criminal justice theory? Neglected macro- and micro-level links between organization and power. Journal of Research in Crime and Delinquency, 26(2), p. 116-135. DOI: 10.1177/0022427889026002002

Discussions should be: logical and well-formulated, thought provoking and open-ended, and inspire deeper discussion about the significance and applications of the ideas discussed in the assigned readings.  In addition to posting your initial question, you are also required to post a minimum of 2 thoughtful responses to questions posed by your classmates

Hagan, J. (1989). Why is there so little criminal justice theory? Neglected macro- and micro-level links between organization and power. Journal of Research in Crime and Delinquency, 26(2), p. 116-135. DOI: 10.1177/0022427889026002002

elect a news article from the past 3 months must be at least 300 words or more from a newspaper, news magazine, or Internet site.

1. Article should be related to Criminal Justice: choose an article that relates to Juveniles in criminal justice (police, courts, corrections) in the USA.  ** Political issues and Social Welfare are not considered Criminal Justice issues

2. After carefully reading the article, complete the following questions( see attachment)

3. Attach a copy of the article. (If you attach a link, make sure it takes me directly to the article!! The current event may only be from the past 3 months.

Approximately 70%75% of homicides are committed with firearms. Write paragraphs 3-4 pages that answer the following questions:
Part 1

Explain how a handgun is manufactured, most specifically the bore of the barrel.
Why is rifling present in the bore of the barrel? What is the purpose of rifling?
Compare and contrast a revolver versus a semiautomatic handgun. How is the caliber of a handgun determined?
Explain the difference between a bullet, shell casing, and a projectile.
When examining a handgun, projectile, or shell casing, provide examples of class and individual characteristics.
What is the difference between a perforating gunshot wound and a penetrating gunshot wound?
Compare and contrast the characteristics of an entrance wound versus an exit wound.
Part 2

What are the characteristics that might exist or not exist for determining the muzzle-to-target distance?
There are four ranges. At each range, what is the muzzle-to-target distance?
contact to near contact
close range
medium range
distant range
Explain the characteristics that might exist or not exist at each range. For example, a bullet hole will be a characteristic at each range.
What types of evidence would an investigator document from a handgun of a death scene?
Cite all references using APA citation format.

should consist of 1200-1300 works, typed in either Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier , size 12 point font and single space. The assignment is due at the end of the week. From the onset, make sure that you include a brief introduction of the book, author(s), copyrights date, type of book, etc.
the writer will need to obtain a copy of the book or pdf of the book

should consist of 1200-1300 works, typed in either Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier , size 12 point font and single space. The assignment is due at the end of the week. From the onset, make sure that you include a brief introduction of the book, author(s), copyrights date, type of book, etc.
the writer will need to obtain a copy of the book or pdf of the book

Your paper must be at least 1000 words.
Please double space your paper and use standard 12 point font.
Make sure to proofread your paper before submitting.
Make sure to reference at least three (3) outside sources.
Please follow APA format when referencing information from outside sources.

Your paper must be at least 1000 words.
Please double space your paper and use standard 12 point font.
Make sure to proofread your paper before submitting.
Make sure to reference at least three (3) outside sources.
Please follow APA format when referencing information from outside sources.