. Choose 2 discussion question from the list of prompts below and use content from the lectures and readings to answer them. Also, include evidence from at least 2 of the videos on either the or to support your answers.
b. Write one to two paragraphs in response to each discussion question that you select. Provide examples of research findings, legal cases, or other evidence to support your responses. Each paragraph should have at least 4 to 5 sentences.
c. Write a response to 2 of your classmates discussion posts that will stimulate debate; feel free to post supporting- or counter-arguments that are based on facts from research, legal cases, or policy decisions.
d. You can find research articles or Open Educational Resources (OER) on , , or the .
Be sure to proofread your response for errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Provide APA formatted in-text citations and a list of references used to support your responses. Also, share links to videos from documentaries, news footage, or research articles that you used to support your discussion responses.
As a friendly reminder, all students must comply with Netiquette guidelines and Classroom Standard guidelines as discussed in the .
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: (choose two)
- What is the presumption of regularity? Should prosecutors enjoy such a presumption? Explain.
- Should states reform the money bail system? If so, how? Explain.
- Courts place limits on a person’s right to self-representation. Should a person always be allowed to represent themselves in their own criminal trial? Explain.
- What is an Alford plea? Do you agree with the decision in North Carolina v. Alford? Explain.
- If you were a criminal defendant, would you prefer to have a preliminary hearing or a grand jury determine if your case should go to trial? Explain.
- Do you agree with the decision in Ballew v. Georgia? Or, should juries in all criminal cases be composed of 12 jurors? Explain.
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