Tag: Criminal Justice
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Jeffrey Fortin, Emmanuel College – Historical Identity Theft
Identity theft usually brings to mind thoughts of stolen credit cards or misappropriated bank accounts. But, Jeffrey Fortin, assistant professor of history at Emmanuel College, will tell us about an intriguing example of historical identity theft dating back to the early 1800s. Born in Hawai’i, Dr. Jeffrey Fortin learned to walk while aboard a sailboat,…
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Michael Jenkins, University of Scranton – Fighting Crime with Data
We’re living in the era of “Big Data” and it’s vital to adapt with the changing technological trends or risk falling behind. Dr. Michael Jenkins, an assistant professor of criminal justice at The University of Scranton, analyzes the role Big Data will play in fighting crime. Michael Jenkins was named assistant professor of criminal justice.…
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Allison Redlich, University at Albany – Mental Health Courts
“There is consistent evidence that MHCs reduce arrests and number of days in jail, however the mechanisms by which MHCs produce these reductions are entirely unclear,” said Redlich. “One presumption held by MHCs is that untreated mental illness causes criminal behavior, and that by treating the illness, criminality will decrease. However, this presumption lacks empirical…
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Behind the Scenes: Recording The Academic Minute
We welcomed Dr. Allison Redlich of the University at Albany School of Criminal Justice into WAMC’s studios today. Dr. Redlich was here to discuss her fascinating research into mental health courts. Her feature will air on WAMC and Academic Minute affiliates this fall.