CJS 251 Wk 5 Discussion – Differential Treatment

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Answer the following questions in a minimum of 175 words:

What is differential treatment? Why are some cases and some defendants treated differently than others? Do you feel that some cases deserve differential treatment? Why or why not?

Why are some defendants wrongfully convicted? What methods might be used to avoid wrongful convictions and exonerate those who have been wrongfully convicted?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.