Postal Workers & Violence
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The phenomenon is discussed in light of sociological theory in this 8 page paper. Aberrant behavior of postal workers is examined as well as possible causes. Theories such as anomie, alienation and differential association are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Postalv.wps

Social Strain Theory
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Robert K. Merton's concept of social strain (derived from anomie) is highlighted in this 7 page paper on the subject. The social strain theory of delinquency is based on the idea that delinquency results when individuals are unable to achieve their goals through legitimate channels. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Strain.wps

Sociology, Crime, & Cures
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A 4 page paper that considers sociological crime theories as they relate to five specific approaches to curing crime. This paper demonstrates the effective elements of each of these approaches. Differential, social bonding, etc;-- are discussed. Bibliography includes 2 sources.
Filename: Crimecur.wps

Sociology, Crime, & Cures # 2
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A 4 page paper that considers sociological crime theories as they relate to five specific approaches to curing crime. The writer demonstrates the effective elements of each of these approaches. Southerland's theory of crime causation is among the many ideas analyzed and measures for 'curing' crime are assessed. Bibliography includes 2 sources.
Filename: Crimecu2.wps

The Evolution Of Crime & Punishment
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A 15 page research paper tracing the origins of criminal justice from the days of Ancient Babylonia to the present. The writer is particularly concerned with different types of punishment and how they represented the socio-religious beliefs of their respective eras. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Cphist.wps

Sex Offender Registries
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A 5 page paper on sex offender registries and Megan's Law, how they affect the ex-cons and the legal and social problems associated with them, most notably civil rights vs. protection of children, and also the fact that the registers themselves are not perfect. The writer argues that although these problems exist, advocates say that even if one child's life is helped/saved, the Megan Law will have been worth it. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Sexreg.wps

Sex Offenders / Treatment Programs
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A 9 page research paper that provides an overview of literature on treatment programs for sex offenders, and presents a potential integrative program based on the literature. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Sexofndr.wps

Sexual Offenders
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An 8 page paper involving a literature review of research conducted in the field of sexual offense. Issues addressed include socioeconomic notions, masturbation, drug therapy, testosterone levels, and previous experience with molestation as a child. All information illustrates that there is no single cause or reason behind the deviant behavior. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: Sexoff.wps

Serial Killers & Sociological Theories
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This 5 page paper explores sociological theories that may explain the phenomenon of serial murder, focusing upon on the most appropriate, the concept of anomie. Bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: Serkill.wps

Edmund Kemper III
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In 8 pages the author discusses serial killer Edmund Kemper, the Co-Ed Killer. Explanation from a causation perspective is delved into as what could have been done to stop this behavior. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Edkemper.wps

John Wayne Gacy / The Killer Clown
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A 6 page research paper on the serial killer John Wayne Gacy who bears the dubious distinction of being America's most successful serial killer with a death total of 33 young males. The writer relates the latest information that the psychiatric community has pertaining to the motivation of men like Gacy and shows how this relates to Gacy's life. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Johngacy.wps

Serial Killers
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8 pages in length. Typically unassuming, intelligent and almost always the neighborhood nice guy, serial killers wear a convincing mask, never revealing what evil lurks within. Some of the most notorious mass-murderers in history -- Jeffrey Dahmer, John Wayne Gacy, Charles Manson, Albert DeSalvo, David Berkowitz, the Silver Gunman -- have employed a mixed bag of tricks to entice and entrap myriad unsuspecting victims which they brutally tortured and raped to ultimately kill and often dismember. The writer discusses the motivation behind serial killers, as well as addresses how such crimes affect society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCsrial.wps

Serial Murder / An In Depth Examination
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In 15 pages, the author provides an in depth examination of serial murder, in which there are five major considerations. They consist of public view of the crime, actual data on the crime, academic treatment of the crime, application of theories to explain the crime, and proposed response to the crime. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PCserial.wps

The Monster of 63rd Street: America's First Serial Killer
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8 pages in length. A handsome man with a charming manner, Herman Mudgett was quite cunning in seducing young women. At the time of the Chicago Exposition in 1893, with many transients and visitors in town from all over the world, Mudgett had no difficulty in securing his prey. Mostly luring young ladies who were far from home and who had no immediate acquaintances in the area, Mudgett would then wine and dine them in his luxurious mansion. This is a fascinating research paper about America’s first serial killer, Herman Mudgett, also known as Dr. H. H. Holmes. Considers the history, documentation and general summary of this serial killer. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: JGAholme.doc

Women Serial Killers – Annotated Bibliography;
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This 11 page paper is an annotated bibliography of journal articles which concern female murders and the difference and similarities between female and male killers. The bibliography cites 32 sources.
Filename: TEwomkib.wps

An Overview Of Federal Sentencing Guidelines
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A 10 page research paper which examines how the institution of the federal sentencing guidelines has impacted the court system. The writer gives a brief history of the sentencing guidelines showing some of their applications in case law. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Fedsent.wps

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