Choose ONE of the following
Final Essay / Memo
Length 1-2 pages double-spaced. Use references if necessary.
Options
1. Summarize the case of the Central Park attack, aftermath, orchestration of the “case” against the five youths, and the reality of the actual perpetrator. What does it say about the criminal justice system and trust in the police, prosecutors, etc?
2. Use the rational choice perspective to explain the crimes of “Craigslist Killer” Philip Markoff. Be sure to outline the rational choice theory and then use each component of the theory to explain specific acts that Markoff committed.
3. Find a case of White Collar crime and use the Rational Choice perspective to explain why and how the crime was committed. Be sure to outline the theory and use each component of the theory to explain actions taken by the perpetrator(s).
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