Criminal Justice System Research Paper

The justice system in the United States has failed to fix the problems that it has set out to solve. It seems as if more often than not we are seeing cases where there are laws in place set to help reduce crime, is, in fact, preventing some of America’s most disadvantaged communities, from breaking the unhealthy and dangerous cycle of criminal behavior. As we see generations in these communities repeating the same cycle, it is forcing taxpayers to pause and question the system and whether or not measures put in place are helping the people. Are we assisting these disadvantaged communities or are we creating yet another obstacle for these communities who are already under a great deal of stress, to overcome.

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One of the key things I was taught was the importance of parenting, and family during the developing years of childhood and adulthood. As children, our parents are not only our role models but our first and most beloved teachers. When a parent is missing from that equation, that unit is broken, and the child fits the bill later in life. In our society, men are often thought of as the “ breadwinner” or “disciplinarian” of the family. When that role disappears for years on end, the responsibilities are unfulfilled, along with already struggling to make ends meet. Losing an influx of income, along with just the responsibility of raising children is a hard enough burden to bear. These responsibilities that are difficult if not near impossible to achieve without the presence or support of a second parent, and for young boys especially males. Not only for financial support but emotional, disciplinary as well. Often times the resulting “men” in the family turn to occupation versus education. In “On the Run” the character Mike, faces something similar to this when he decides to sell crack to help support his sick daughter. Without a diploma or degree finding a job that pays enough to live is nearly impossible, which often results in young men looking for “occupations” that provide more income aka organized crime, drug dealing …show more content…
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