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Legal Categories of Murder, 2006.
This paper discusses legal definitions of categories of murdering humans such as homicide, suicide, manslaughter, murder, infanticide and feticide.
2,050 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 44.95
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This paper explains that murder, according to the U.S. Code Section 1122, involves the unlawful killing of a human being with malice aforethought. The author points out that justifiable homicide is an instance in which the accused is treated differently from other intentional killers because the circumstances present a good excuse and exculpation for the killing. The paper concludes that suicide, which is the act of killing one's self, is a major cause of death among Americans, especially young people ages 15-24.
Table of Contents:
Murder
Homicide
Negligent Homicide
Culpable Homicide
Justifiable Homicide
Department of Justice Statistics on Homicides
Homicide and Children
Homicide and Young People
Manslaughter
Voluntary Manslaughter
Involuntary Manslaughter
Infanticide
Female Infanticide
Feticide
Suicide
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"And even though the literacy rate in India has improved, the views on sex discrimination as regards prejudice against girls and women shows the country is not yet enlightened. "We have a great task in front of us changing the mindset of parents," Damle writes, away from "cultural myths and beliefs" that keep girls and women from full opportunities due to feticide and infanticide. Mothers often refuse to breast feed their daughters the writer continues, and this neglect affects the girl throughout her whole life."
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Murder For Murder?, 2007.
This paper presents an anti-capital punishment perspective on this age-old debate.
1,669 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 21 sources, MLA, £ 37.95
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The paper considers the arguments of those in favor of capital punishment, namely the issues of deterrence, cost and public safety and explains why these arguments are not convincing in today's environment. The paper looks at the Christian ways of addressing capital punishment by examining the Bible and the Vatican's beliefs that are mainly against the use of death. The paper discusses the arguments against the death penalty and relates that after considering these arguments and statistics, he believes that the death penalty in no way helps humanity but, on the contrary, destroys it.
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"Capital Punishment or death sentence is the execution of a convicted criminal by the state as a punishment for his/her crimes. The earliest established death penalty laws date back to eighteenth century B.C in the Code of Hammurabi, which ordered death for 25 different crimes. Also, death sentences in earlier days were carried out by such means as crucifixion, drowning, beating to death, burning alive, impalement, boiling, hanging and beheading. Today the society, in which we live, has come a long way due to our experiences over the years and we today view the means and ways of death penalty during our ancestor's time as cruel, barbaric and nonsensical."
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Aristotle's Categories, 2005.
A discussion of Aristotle's first five categories with particular emphasis placed on the second and fifth categories.
3,093 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 62.95
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This paper examines Aristotle's first five chapters or categories, paying particular attention to the second, which categorizes the essential things that can be said to exist into four distinct subsets regarding what one might call their subjectivity, and the fifth, in which the author and
philosopher characterizes the subjects about which he writes in a manner that is both cryptic and simple.
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"The division of beings in this section is said to be related to the subject of the being, as it is opposed to the subject the being that is alternately classified as "in a subject." What Aristotle is doing in this section of the Categories is dividing the essential reality of things, or their existence, into four separate classes. Each of these classes has its limitations and parameters, but not all of them are mutually exclusive, which makes
this passage difficult to understand from the first reading: it initially appears that the philosopher is listing some things, such as "an individual man" in many different categories at once, rather than separating them. This example is give as being both of a subject and neither in nor of a subject, but it is done so in a way that makes an individual man appear at first to be the classifying parameters of "of a subject," rather than open to many categories at once, synchronously, or synonymously. The philosopher gives examples of each category or class of things that exist, but it is my opinion that he could have been more clear in differentiating these definitions, rather than proposing some that exist in many categories."
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Criminal Behavior Categories, 2004.
An overview and comparison of nine different criminal behavior categories.
3,229 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 20 sources, MLA, £ 64.95
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This paper examines how, in many contemporary criminology texts, theories concerning criminal behavior are generally classified according to some biological, psychological, or sociological perspective. It looks at how, in recent years, however, several theories of criminal behavior have appeared that make such simple categories inadequate for the complexities that have been identified in such analyses and how these new behavioral theories have specifically combined both biological and social environmental variables in their explanations of people's varying tendencies to commit crime. It reviews nine such categories of criminal behavior, followed by an analysis and summary of the research in the conclusion.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion.
Classical
Psychobiological
Sociological
Conflict
Emergent
Biological
Psychological
Social-Psychological
Phenomenological
Conclusion
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"This category of crime holds that criminal behavior is caused by exercise of free will and criminal responsibility. The classical theory of criminal behavior was prevalent prior to "modern" criminology's search for the causes of crime, which did not begin until the nineteenth century. Classical theory did not attempt to explain why people commit crime but was rather a strategy for administering justice according to rational principles (Garland, 1985). Classical theory was based on assumptions about how people living in the emerging historical period of seventeenth-century Europe, called the "Classical period" or "Enlightenment era," began to reject the traditional idea that people were fixed social types (e.g., landed gentry and serfs) with vastly different rights and privileges."
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Kant?s Categories, 2002.
This paper seeks to make clear what Kant means by category and how this notion fits in with his overall theory of knowledge.
2,104 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 5 sources, £ 45.95
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The paper looks at two works by Immanuel Kant: "Critique of Pure Reason" and "The Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics". The writer first defines the term category and takes a step-by-step look at the possible categories Kant uses in his discussions and their implications.
Table of Contents:
A Priori
Intuition and Intuitive Knowledge
Space and Time
Experience
On Category
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"Kant refers to the categories either implicitly or explicitly in support of his theory of knowledge throughout much of his discussions in the Critique of Pure Reason and the Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics. To isolate the categories or the notion of category from the context of other central issues mentioned in these texts is a difficult task, particularly to one whose study of Kant has only very recently begun. However, such a task I have set myself to do. Drawing from several secondary sources and from the original texts previously mentioned, I shall try to make clear what Kant means by category and how this notion fits in with his overall theory of knowledge."
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Globalization and the Categories of Flow, 2005.
An argumentative essay on the spread of liberal capitalism, and globalization.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper examines the category of flow that has most changed developing non western nations economically and politically in the age of globalization. The paper argues that true change is most likely to occur when societal attitudes and assumptions are changed. In the case of the contemporary world the spread of capital liberal western ideas has forced a reevaluation in other parts of the world of how their societies are constructed.
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"The transmission of cultural ideas and sensibilities has transformed the modern world into its present political-economic system. Indeed, more so than the flow of persons or goods or money between states and between cultures, it has been the transfer of ideas and values that has expanded the dominion of Western nations while weakening the cultural fabric of non-western nations. The following paper will examine reasons for this phenomenon while arguing that only the transfer of a culture and its ideas will lead to profound (and lasting) political-economic change in other lands. In the view of many, the most significant thing that globalization has done is to introduce to the world's outposts (through primarily peaceable means) the ideological and intellectual underpinnings of the dominant western culture. It is, in a sense, imperialism but it is an imperialism the rest of the world seems ready to accept."
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Classifications and Categories: Racial, Sexual, and Twained, 2006.
A look at Michael Omi and Howard Winant's book "Racial Formation in the United States: From the 1960s to the 1980s" and Siobhan Somerville's book "Queering the Color Line".
1,591 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses and summarizes Omi and Winant's book on racial differentiation and Somerville's book on sexual categorization. The paper explains that Michael Omi and Howard Winant's work defines racialization while Siobhan Somerville's work take this racial differentiation one step further into gender.
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"In order to differentiate the meaningful from the meaningless, human beings establish categories to limit the overwhelming amount of information with which we are constantly bombarded. While categories are necessary and useful, they also result in stereotyping and profiling. In Racial Formation in the United States: From the 1960s to the 1980s, Michael Omi and Howard Winant describe the process of racialization that provides categories of difference that have an enormous impact on our daily lives and on our society as a whole. Siobhan Somerville takes this racial differentiation to another level in Queering the Color Line and looks at the slotting of homosexuals in the pigeonhole of racialization or scientific racism."
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"Categories" by Aristotle, 2000.
An examination of his ideas on knowledge, reason, the Forms, subjects and predicates and substance, compared to Plato.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, £ 38.95
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Aristotle differed from his teacher, Plato, in his emphasis on the supremacy of observation and on concrete reality. He sought to learn all that was possible about the reality perceivable by the senses, and the logic he developed was an effort directed at this end.
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"Aristotle differed from his teacher, Plato, in his emphasis on the supremacy of observation and on concrete reality. He sought to learn all that was possible about the reality perceivable by the senses, and the logic he developed was an effort directed at this end. He sought to develop a universal method of reasoning in order to learn everything possible about reality, and in his Categories he sets out a scheme to describe particular things by identifying them in terms of their properties, states, and activities.
Plato approached the issue of knowledge and found that ideas, as he used the term, are not only something in human consciousness but something outside it as well. Platonic Ideas are subjective and do not depend on human thought but exist entirely in their own right. They are perfect patterns that..."
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Why Marijuana Should be Legalized, 2007.
This paper offers a cultural argument in favor of the legalization of marijuana.
2,319 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 49.95
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In this article, the writer argues that marijuana should be legalized. The writer points out that marijuana offers uses across a broad range of categories, including industrial uses, medical uses and recreational uses. The paper argues that the morality of marijuana use must be reconsidered, and although much of the conservative public refuses to accept the numerous benefits of marijuana, drastic change is needed. The writer notes that although the taboo appears to be lessening as the medical use of marijuana is slowly being recognized, thanks to the acceptance by respected neurologists for instance, the moral disdain for marijuana, in particular for its recreational use, should be disregarded. The writer concludes that without even getting into the relatively low level of danger in marijuana and the resources that would be saved and accumulated by marijuana's legalization, the potential value from the uses speak for itself as a clear argument in favor of legalization.
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"This is an unacceptable reason for the criminalization of such a valuable drug that is less dangerous than countless other drugs currently available to the public, including alcohol, poisons, and even over the counter painkillers. The morality of marijuana must be reconsidered, and although much of the conservative public refuses to accept the numerous benefits of marijuana, drastic change is needed. We as a society are nearing towards acceptance of marijuana as its value is becoming recognized and it is currently legal in some places for medicinal purposes. Thus the medicinal purposes have been recognized by some of our lawmakers, but it needs to be recognized by all. Furthermore, marijuana offers benefits that exceed just its medicinal benefits, such as the aforementioned industrial value and recreational value. Its recreational value is perhaps the most ignored, however it is important. It does not make sense that a drug which offers safer and, to many people, more pleasant recreation than tobacco and alcohol is not legalized. The recreational value of marijuana, which is important to many people even as marijuana is illegal, should be recognized and given the respect it deserves. Similarly, marijuana is a plant and has industrial values which are ignored, as currently only marijuana's medicinal values are given credence. This reflects the general sentiment, which although much of the population of Western nations has tried the drug, that it is immoral, wasteful, and dangerous to use."
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JonBenet Ramsey Murder Case, 2002.
This paper analyzes and examines the multitude of issues related to the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. JonBenet Ramsey was a six-year-old girl from Boulder, Colorado, murdered on Christmas Day in 1996.
3,390 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 14 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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The paper outlines the major elements of the case, including the facts surrounding the murder and the evidence collected. The paper then evaluates the published statements of material witnesses. It also examines the arguments of a former Boulder Police investigator and his suspicions regarding the identity of the killer. Lastly, this paper concludes with preliminary summarizations and recommendations for further investigation.
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"A month later, Boulder County District Attorney Alex Hunter identified the Ramseys as ?the obvious focus of the investigation.? A year after JonBenet?s murder, police basically had two theories about the case: (1) that someone entered the Ramseys? house through unknown means, possibly sexually abused then brutally, yet silently, killed JonBenet, hid her body, took the time to write a long ransom note, then left unheard and unseen; or (2) that someone who was in the house that night committed the horrible crime."
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Blanche Taylor Moore Murder Case, 2002.
A look at the 1990 murder trial of Blanche Taylor Moore.
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This six-page undergraduate paper examines and analyzes the 1990 murder trial of Blanche Taylor Moore in North Carolina for the poison murders or attempted murders of several people, including her father, first husband, first husband's mother, boyfriend, and second husband.
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Murder in the U.S., 1990.
This paper discusses some sociological aspects of murder in the United States: Societal views toward victims and the accused, statistics, legal tactics, examples (New York "Preppie Murder," etc.) and justice.
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"This research considers some sociological aspects of murder in the United States. Although other cases and sources are employed, this consideration is conducted primarily through an examination of the so-called "Preppie Murder," in which Jennifer Levin was the victim, and Robert Chambers was the murderer, and which occurred in New York City in August 1986.
Three factors provide the focus for this research. These factors are (1) societal views in the United States toward victims and accused persons in murder cases, (2) the use of these societal attitudes by defense and prosecuting counsels in the manipulation of juries, and (3) the degree to which justice is served by the American approach to murder."
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Should We Legalize Narcotics?, 2002.
This papers examines the debate to legalize drugs in our society.
2,765 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 57.95
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This paper is looks at many of the issues that have sparked the controversy over the discussion to seek reform in the drug laws which would lead to the legalization of narcotics in the United States. Some of the topics discussed include the different categories of drugs and how proposed changes in the laws would affect the use and distribution of these drugs. Several studies dealing with the psychological and physiological affects of many different drugs are examined, and the findings of these studies are used in order to help evaluate the affects of any potential changes in the drug laws. The author's presentation illustrates the difficulties faced by both sides in this debate and shows us how at this time, it is almost impossible to find any definitive answers that would solve this debate, once and for all.
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"Many would consider the physically and psychologically harmful effects of narcotics to be reason enough to reject calls for legalization, but critics of reform suggest that society, and individuals, will face more fundamental difficulties in the event of successful legalization. A common belief among opponents is that if marijuana, and other narcotics, become legal, it would probably do so with similar restrictions as those that currently apply to tobacco and alcohol. This would lead to the perception, especially among children, that the use of drugs is ?normal? behavior, in a similar fashion to the way drinking and smoking is presently viewed. Also, as with alcohol and tobacco, many youngsters under the legally required age would purchase and use drugs, with a damaging effect on their physical and psychological development (Evans and Berent, 1992). The concern of many opponents of legalization is that, in a society whose aim should be to reduce rather than promote the use of drugs, whichever substances that become legal will be the first step for many youngsters on a road which could eventually lead to the dark world of cocaine and heroin."
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"Weed Wars"--Public Attitudes Toward Marijuana Legalization, 2005.
Write-up of GSS data depicting different attitudes toward marijuana legalization among varying demographic groups.
2,283 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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This paper analyzes the general public attitude toward the legalization of marijuana and also shows the differences in opinion that occur between political parties, age groups, income categories and education levels. GSS (General Social Survey) data and a short literature review are included.
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"Although this attitude appears to be pervasive because of its high visibility, an ACLU study completed in 1995 showed that most Americans actually favor legalization of marijuana for medical purposes. A series of questions such as, "Would you favor or oppose making marijuana legally available for medical uses where it has been proven effective?" were asked of sample members via a telephone poll. Responses to all questions could vary from "strongly favor" and "somewhat favor" to "somewhat oppose" and "strongly oppose". This poll discovered that between 84 and 87 percent of American voters sampled believe marijuana has medical uses and should be permitted for those with chronic ailments or severe pain; meanwhile, only 7 percent believe marijuana should not be legalized for any reason (NORML)."
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