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CONCEALED CARRY LAWS AND THEIR EFFECT ON MASS SHOOTINGS IN THE UNITED STATES
Title
CONCEALED CARRY LAWS AND THEIR EFFECT ON MASS SHOOTINGS IN THE UNITED STATES
Author
Bowles, Nicholas
Date Created
2016
Subjects--Topical
Economics, Criminology
Description
Mass shootings frequently provoke discussion around the adequacy of firearm legislation, and what can be done to prevent future attacks. Previous literature examining the relationship between concealed handgun laws and mass shootings provides cont...
Coping and Reentry: The Impact of Individual Coping Style on Reentry Outcomes
Title
Coping and Reentry: The Impact of Individual Coping Style on Reentry Outcomes
Author
LaCourse, Ashleigh
Date Created
2016
Subjects--Topical
Criminology
Description
Recidivism rates for previously incarcerated offenders are very high. These rates can be partially attributed to various barriers to reentry, including unemployment, financial difficulties, mental illness, and many others. In question is whether i...
Latent Class Analysis of Serial Murderers
Title
Latent Class Analysis of Serial Murderers
Author
Luc, Emily
Date Created
2016
Subjects--Topical
Criminology
Description
Scholars and law enforcement agencies have been analyzing criminals’ behavioral and psychological characteristics for decades in order to create profiles, which can be used by authorities to guide serial murder investigations and help apprehend su...
Perceptions and Perceived Challenges Associated with a Hypothetical Career in Law Enforcement: Differences Among Male and Female College Students
Title
Perceptions and Perceived Challenges Associated with a Hypothetical Career in Law Enforcement: Differences Among Male and Female College Students
Author
Cambareri, Josie
Date Created
2016
Subjects--Topical
Criminology
Description
While many agencies have expanded their efforts to hire and retain females, women remain underrepresented across local, state, and federal law enforcement. Researchers have often studied the experiences and challenges of women who are currently em...