Do you think that having separate criminal justice systems in each state and the District of Columbia is effective or should there be just one set of laws and criminal justice system for the entire United States.? Justify your point of view.
What do you think is the most valid source of data on crime: official statistics, victimization surveys or self-reports? Explain your answer.
Which of the major forms of crime is the most serious threat to the United States? How about to you personally? Explain your answer.
What do you think would be the most effective way to reduce gun violence in the United States? Justify your point of view.
What do you think best accounts for the age, class and race/ethnic characteristics of most people arrested for crime in the United States? Explain your answer.
Do you think that the fight against crime in the United States requires the level of people in prison currently? Should some crimes be punished more harshly that they are now or some crimes less harshly? Justify your views.
Which sociological perspective on crime is the best explanation for most crime in United States society? Explain your answer.
