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Data collected by the FBI shows that almost 40 percent of crime on a school campus is violent, but overall school crime consists of only 3.3 percent of all crime reported according to the press release.

Washington Redskins star safety Sean Taylor was gunned down in his home by four thugs who targeted him because of his wealth. They, too, are African Americans who are guilty of the growing wave of black-on-black crime in the U.S.A.

I was a cop on the street when the hate crime bills came into effect and memos from on high came down as to how they wanted us to pay special attention to it. I was instinctively against it on principle.

Everyone loves to have fun and do things that they normally might not do when they are on vacation. For many this includes pushing the limits of what is legal. Unfortunately some don't know what that line is, and that is why crime increases in beach towns in the summer.

A short story I wrote about crime on October 14, 1999.

This opionated article is describing a recent incident that happened in P.G. County. Additionally, there are some statistics for the crime rate in this county for last year (2007).

It took some digging, but this article reveals where the 2008 presidential candidates stand on crime and gun control.

Even though you may have been the direct victim of the crime, if you have a spouse and children, you need to remember they are suffering too.

The increasing role that ISPs have in preventing Internet Crime.

There was almost no crime in the country while the World Series was being played.

Read about crime that has not been heavily publicized, but is just as important

This paper explores the link between crimes and economic development. Many theorist associate social factors more closely to crime rate than biological and physiological factors. Both industrialized and non-industrialized countries suffer from crime.

These are three amazing crime shows that are without comparison.

Researchers from the University of FLorida believe that crime drama and crime exposes influence how we see crime. What's your perception?

The essay presents the limitations of the UCR and their impact on crime statistics. It suggests that today's apparent rise in crime may not be a real increase, but rather might be explained by such issues as altered behavior in citizens and police since the 9-11 attacks.

Sure, just because organized crime's organized doesn't mean that it's good. So let's see what's going on with the war on crime.

Crime fiction and crime novelists make a comfortable living. Writers looking to garner notice should consider pursuing efforts toward writing a crime novel or story.

An article examining how marijuana prohibition has fostered violent crime rather than stem it.

Some unrealistic things to watch for next time you see that favorite crime show.

Trait Theory and Choice theory are important when considering reasons leading to criminal activity.This essay explains the affects they have on law implementation, and why Choice theory is the most appropriate to consider when attempting crime control and/or reduction.

"Get tough on crime" laws such as "three strikes and you're out" and mandatory minimum sentencing are meant to deter potential criminal acts, but data suggests that they don't work.

If you have a child with ADHD, he/she is at risk of becoming a criminal, says new research. But there's a connection that links their potential for crime to Mom's mental health. Here's what you need to know.

Four cities will get help from federal agents to help slow down crime.

This past Saturday I attended a conference at a local College of Law exploring whether or not domestic violence should be prosecuted as a hate crime.

This is a 9 page report on the novel "Crime and Punishment."

The mayor of Lilburn, Ga. announced all games are banned in any establishment serving alcohol. He said it is to prevent the growth of bars and crime in his community.

Law is a science of rules and consequences. Laws are written to be understood. You do this...you are guilty of a crime. You suffer the punishment. But when it comes to such consequences, the offender is often at the mercy of the judge to decide

MySpace has a reputation for being a haven for predators. If the Fort Smith Arkansas Police have their way, MySpace will be used to turn the tables on one.

When CSI began, it was a new television drama that went where no show and few movies had gone before. With the use of computerized graphics and extremely cool crime fighting technology, viewers tuned in every week.

A proposal for a generalized plan to deal with crime reduction without the use of local law enforcement initiatives in an area that is residentially dense and therefore lacks implicit commercial security systems.

Are hate crime laws adequate protection? I say no.

A violent crime was committed by Eddy 20 years ago. Has he paid the price?

Writing true crime is difficult work that requires lengthy and methodical research and close attention to detail. But it can be wildly exciting and highly rewarding. Here are some tips on how to write true crime.

Organized crime, in one form or another, is as old as human civilization, and exists today, despite rumours to the contrary.

Crime on the rise with little fall...

There are still countries in the world where sex outside of marriage is a crime. Under Iranian law a girl over the age of nine can face capital punishment for having premarital sex.

Thia paper is about the organized crime in the border towns in Mexico at the present day. The conflicts of drug dealers and how they make their money is explained briefly.

This article provides instances of corporate crime.

The violent crime rate in Helena, Montana is on the rise. The weekend murder of a 41-year old law clerk of the Montana Supreme Court is under investigation. Violent crime in this less than 50,000 population is greater than the national average.

It is notoriously difficult for law enforcement personnel, crime scene technicians and the medical examiner to preserve an outdoor crime scene.

An explanation of the procedures followed by the police when a crime scene is discovered.

Crime labs play a vital role within the criminal justice system. Without crime labs, it would be extremely impossible to solve certain crimes such as sexual assaults and other violent crimes.

Have you ever wondered how fingerprints and blood are detected when invisible to the naked eye? This document focuses on various field tests which are utilized by CSIs at a crime scene.

Violent crime is up in Hampton Roads, particularly in the area of home invasion.

Our parents taught us never to believe everything we see on TV, but sometimes we have a difficult time separating fantasy from reality. Crime shows on TV are a prime example of this, and if the public believes what they see, future investigations could be compromised.

A breif survey of recently published and forthcoming crime novels.

Are you allowed to buy sex toys in your state? Do you have to pay a taxi driver if you're drunk and proposition him? Find out here with these interesting facts about sex crime laws.

This article gives a breakdown of biological, sociological, and psychological theories of crime.

Description of Uniform Crime Reports

This article describes a method which should be followed at any crime scene.

This article describes one type of white collar crime called occupational crime.

The definition of white collar crime is one of great debate. There are many theories explaining criminal activity. Three that best explain white collar crime are the Differential-Association Theory, Anomie-Strain Theory, and the Rational Choice Theory.

Bonnie and Clyde, the infamous crime committing duo, gained national recognition for their highly publicized crime spree in the 1930's.

Hot Springs, Arkansas, best known as Bill Clinton's hometown, was originally known as an organized crime haven

Story Highlights • Violent crime up 1.3 percent in 2006, FBI reports • Murders in big cities jumped 6.7 percent • Robberies up 6.1 percent nationwide • More guns, gangs and younger, more violent offenders blamed for increase

Every first responder should be properly prepared to enter a crime scene without contaminating evidence and this article explains how to do so.

A brief look at how children are affected by their parents' incarceration, and how a new generation is being primed for crime and imprisonment.

The category of Crime/Investigation shows is as old as television itself. Here are a few reasons why you should watch "Bones" if you like the category, as well as reasons why "Bones" is one of the best shows on TV right now.

On the evening of January 6, 2007 two young lives were taken in one of the most horrific crimes this country has ever witnessed. The details of the crime scene, and the events that took place within, are far worse than anything Steven King could dream up.

There is a crime that has become so prevalent that anyone is vulnerable without the proper precautions. Some have become more familiar with this crime than they ever feared. This crime can devastate your life and cause untold stress.

As technology has evolved, and modern life has become more complicated, an increasing number of individuals are getting involved in what is called "White Collar" crime. This paper discusses the effects of the crime on society.

If you are a MYSPACE user or another site like this beware. Police have adapted with the changing times. They are using this new technology to fight crime.

Contrary to belief, crime is committed by all social classes and races.

With the advent of technology, as well as a general relaxation of morals in society, has led to a boom in white collar crime in the past several decades. In the interest of understanding this trend, theories behind white collar crime are analyzed in this research.

Rudy Giuliani's reputation as a crime fighter has some crying racist.

Information about Helpful True Crime Websites

Describes the relationship between drugs and crime.

The piece describes the difference between real life crime investigations and shows like CSI.

Promotions beckon "students" to...."Join Crime Mob College." With enrollment way up, we wanted to find out what the craze was all about. So we took the time out to chat with Crime Mob and to see just was on the curriculum.

This paper explores some of the more common causes of juvenile crime and some lesser-known causes as well as statistics about juvenile crime and some hints and suggestions for what can be done about juvenile crime.

The effects of being a crime victim does not end when the crime is over. There are a number of after effects that can continue long-term among crime victims.

Thanks to a combination of Chicago Police Department resources and the innovative folks at the nonprofit ChicagoCrime.org, crime rates in Chicago are remarkably accessible through a myraid of search tools.

True Crime: Streets of LA for Playstation 2 fits into the mold created by the Grand Theft Auto series.

Deterrence theory is based on the concept that, if the consequence of committing a crime outweighs the benefit of the crime itself, the individual will be deterred from committing the crime.

Certain characteristics may increase a person's chance of becoming a victim of crime.

Why isn't capital punishment effective in deterring crime? Perhaps due to a lack of several elements that will make it effective.

What happens when you combine "Cops" with "CSI:Miami", "Judge Judy" and a life-behind-bars documentary? The new reality show "Crime and Puinishment."

A crime has been committed here in Chicago that has shocked the city. Too many are focusing on whether or not it was racial. I say the problem is bullying, plain and simple.

Your average reader thinks of only one descriptor when it comes to Crime & Punishment and The Brothers Karamazov: long. Close reads, however, reveal complexity in the novels at a deeply atomic level.

Crime syndicates are making use of advanced technology in order to commit their crimes, and are targeting students with technical expertise to help them in their activities.

This article describes the mandates of the Clery Act and universities' inadequate reporting of campus crimes.

fast cars, girls, crime and more. what more could you want. This movie has it all

The Crime Control and Due Process models are two very abstract systems. While the Crime Control Model appears to be run as a dictatorship, the Due process one is based upon what our constitution and amendments were written for.

The question at hand, is do tough sentences reduce crime? It is en economical strain on the economy to warehouse these criminals when there are in fact other options available.

Education, formal and informal, is an excellent place to start combating juvenile crime. The environment in which young people grow and develop influence the choices they make.

Recent stories in the news have made it clear that there is a new crime threat taking over the nation. The crime is identity theft and its reach and ramifications are much more far reaching than most fathom.

It has been a long lasting debate if crime is an individual responsibility, or a social responsibility. There are of course theories as well as other ideas that help to support both sides of the issue.

Organized crime has deep roots in time. The Italian mafia was founded in Italy in the 1800's, originally as a group of resistance fighters. Their power grew and evolved over time into the idea of organized crime that it is today.

Any book writer knows how important the query letter is. The heavy competition in the hot world of true crime nonfiction makes it even more so.

For you to be prepared when protecting your home from burglary, you will need to know the facts about data and how you can protect your home from burglary. Read on about interpreting the data and some good resources where you can look for fighting crime.

If you are a crime victim or have a sucide on your property in NC, who do you call. It happens about 600 times each year, yet you never hear about who does the clean up.

It would be interesting to take each of the existing theories and create a map showing where they converge, intersect or propel away from each other.

In the recent months, despite all efforts, crime in our nation's capital continues to rise unchecked.

A program at Florida State University teaches students how to process crime scenes and disasters underwater. It's a scientific approach to collecting evidence in oceans, lakes and rivers.

UV rays, pollution, dust, dry climates, and altitudes can affect our eyes causing unnecessary strain which leads to the need for glasses or contact lenses.