CRIMJ 430
Sample Syllabus
Sample Lesson
Introduction
Igniting Your Thoughts
Building Up Your Knowledge
Use of Intermediate Sanctions
Major Forms of Residential Community-Based Sanctions
Evaluations of and Politics Surrounding Residential Community-Based Sanctions
Exploring Resources
Applying Your Knowledge

Applying Your Knowledge

discussion iconPosition Papers

  1. Suppose plans have been unveiled to open a residential treatment facility for offenders with backgrounds that include substance abuse and/or mental health issues in your neighborhood. Draft a letter to your local government body that decides the issue (i.e., board of supervisors, city council, selectmen, etc.) and give your opinion on such a plan. Thoroughly detail your position and defend your assertions with empirical evidence where possible.

  2. Submit the letter to the Lesson 4 Residential Treatment Facility Letter dropbox.