CJA 386 Wk 1 Discussion – Exploring Criminal Justice Data Sources

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CJA 386 Wk 1 Discussion – Exploring Criminal Justice Data Sources
CJA 386 Wk 1 Discussion – Exploring Criminal Justice Data Sources
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CJA 386 Wk 1 Discussion – Exploring Criminal Justice Data Sources

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.

Due Thursday

Leaders in the field of criminal justice must be good consumers of data. While they may not be creating their own research studies, they need to be able to find accurate and relevant data to help support decision-making and problem-solving on the job. In order to be a good data consumer, it’s important to know where to find existing data, analysis, and reports.

Explore the following criminal justice data sources:

  • Bureau of Justice Statistics Data Collection
  • FBI Crime Data Explorer
  • Supreme Court of the United States
  • United States Sentencing Commission
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons Research & Reports

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

  • Find and share a published study, infographic, or other document that contains statistical data that you find interesting.
  • Why does this information interest you?
  • How do you see this information being relevant in your current or future career?
  • What are any limitations or problems with this data, document, or study?

Due Monday

Post 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional.