Criminal Justice Ethics Case Studies . Select one case study from the Ethics and Corrections section of Case Studies in Criminal Justice Ethics and discuss the case, using one ethical system and one concept of justice.
Work to select a different ethical system and concept of justice than you have used previously. and discuss the case, using one ethical system and one concept of justice. Select a different ethical system and concept of justice than you have used previously. Do not use utilitarianism as both the ethical system and concept of justice.
Identify the facts, including all parties involved. Indicate the rights and responsibilities of each party.
Identify relevant values, concepts, social constraints, and any additional information necessary for an accurate understanding of the case.
Identify all possible ethical dilemmas for each party involved.
Decide what is the most immediate ethical issue facing the decision-making individual.
Describe one ethical system and apply it to this case.
Describe one concept of justice and apply it to this case.
Resolve the ethical or moral dilemma by using the ethical system and concept of justice you described.
Use evidence from the text, lecture, or outside sources to support your claims.
The experiential approach presents readers with opportunities to think about decisions they might have to make as criminal justice professionals. People employed in criminal justice have a great deal of power and discretion, which can be used ethically or unethically. Introductions to the sections on law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and juvenile justice provide background for analyzing the hypothetical scenarios. Case commentaries and questions provoke discussion about potential courses of action and the consequences of various choices.