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Patriot Act, 2008.
This paper discusses and argues against the Patriot Act.
1,843 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper relates that the Patriot Act is perhaps the most controversial piece of legislation in the United States today. The paper explains that any debate that the Act destroys the liberty and equality that are the country's very foundations while others feel that the Act provides the citizens of the United States with security, and that for this, it is necessary to give up some freedom. Indeed, these arguments use, as their basis, the preservation of the "American" way of life. The writer then argues that, ironically, this way of life is the very thing being threatened by the legislation. The writer concludes that the Patriot Act does more harm than good as it harms freedoms and tolerance that have been cultivated over many stormy centuries in the country's history.
Outline:
Background
Pros and Cons
Conclusion
From the Paper
"In the view of many citizens, the hasty inception of the Act is a result of the imminent terrorist threat that loomed in the wake of September 11. However, far more sinister forces than a government that has the well-being of its country at heart, are involved. Indeed, most will be surprised to find that several of the provisions especially relating to electronic surveillance, were proposed before the attacks. These received heavy criticism before the disaster, but afterward were included in the Act without question.
"One of the political reasons for the quick introduction of the Patriot Act was the actions of Attorney General John Ashcroft. Under his authority, Congress had only one week for the decision to pass the bill without changing its content. The Attorney General heightened the political anxiety level by warning that further attacks were likely to be imminent. Hence, even with changes and improvements, the Patriot Act was introduced much sooner than it should have been, and with much less debate. Indeed, many of the improvements were overridden by the hasty negotiations necessary to pass the bill."
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Dred Scott, 2008.
A descriptive essay on the life of Dred Scott and the influence he had on society.
1,885 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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The paper discusses Dred Scott, one of the most significant figures of African- American history. The paper relates that Scott's first trial began in 1847, after which he continued to fight for his freedom and continued until nine months before his death. The paper states that this is significant not only in terms of African-American history, but also in terms of its influence on the country as a whole and continues to be influential in the country even today.
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"In terms of the war being fought in Iraq, the country is similarly deprived of its critical thinking skills. Grave injustices in the war-torn country are ignored or accepted as necessary sacrifices in the name of "preserving" the American way of life. Historical events such as the Dred Scott case should serve as historical lessons in critical thinking and in preventing history from repeating itself. However, Americans appear to be unable to learn from history or to prevent their emotions from overriding their reason. This lack of critical thinking is what keeps arrogant and unconstitutional leaders such as Judge Taney and current leaders such as John Ashcroft in position to infest the United States with unconstitutional rulings."
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Prosecutor of Case, 2008.
An analysis of a case from the point of view of the prosecuting attorney.
2,030 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper examines a case of armed robbery where the actual perpetrator escaped and only the secondary suspect was arrested. The author presents the challenges facing the prosecution and discusses the best way to prosecute the arrested suspect.
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Case Synopsis
Investigative Report
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"In order to be found guilty under accomplice liability theory, it must be proved that the accomplice had given aid, counsel or encouragement with the intent to aid or encourage the principal in the commission of the crime charged. Most courts hold that mere knowledge that a crime would result from the aid provided is insufficient for accomplice liability purposes. If proven, an accomplice may be held responsible for the crimes he or she did or counseled and for any other crimes committed in the course of committing the crime contemplated, so long as the other crimes were probable or foreseeable."
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Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, 2008.
Looks at the bribery component of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act(FCPA).
1,770 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains that the anti-bribery provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) makes it illegal for a U.S. person to make a corrupt payment to a foreign official to secure or retain business. The author points out that this act has an impact on U.S. commerce because companies with considerable foreign sales must have an effective FCPA compliance auditing program. In addition, the paper relates that the FCPA potentially is applicable to any individual, firm, officer, director, employee or agent of a firm and any stockholder acting on behalf of a firm.
From the Paper
"The case of Lockheed Martin Corp's Proposed Acquisition of Titan Corporation: In September 2003, Lockheed Martin Corp declared its plans to take over Titan Corporation, a defense contractor based in California for $1.8 billion approximately. As per the acquisition agreement entered into between Lockheed and Titan, the acquisition was to be completed by March 2004 at the latest. In keeping with Lockheed's routine pre-acquisition due diligence into Titan, however it was found that Titan had engaged in a lot of potential FCPA violations."
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Federal Courthouse Closed Door Policies, 2008.
This paper discusses federal courthouses' closed door policies with regards to death row inmates.
792 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 28.95
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The paper provides research that supports the thesis that federal courthouse doors should remain closed to those on death row, to ensure finality is reached on all issues unlikely to succeed in the courthouse. The paper discusses how if criminal offenders have access to adequate counsel during their preliminary hearings, there is no reason to assume they require additional petitions at the federal or the state level.
From the Paper
"In the U.S. the issue of equality before the law has always been one of primary importance. This is evidenced by the fact that all citizens, even those accused of federal crimes warranting death penalty, have an opportunity to appeal with new information (Snyder, 1998). All criminals regardless of their crimes however, are provided equal opportunity and access to counsel and legal advisors, even if court appointed. There are those however, that argue federalism concerns arise under "equal protection rationale" (Snyder, 1998:2211). Under this theory, legal researchers note that forcing state representatives to provide counsel and additional appeals may decrease the federal governments "intrusion on state power" (Snyder, 1998:2211). This suggests death row inmates who have additional counsel at the state level will "have fewer habeas petitions" as those petitioning will have significant time and support to substantiate and pursue any claims they have about their case (Snyder, 1998:2212)."
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Good Samaritan Laws, 2008.
A discussion of Good Samaritan laws and statutes.
860 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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The paper discusses the Good Samaritan statutes that assert that a person rendering aid to an individual in good faith will not be held liable in civil court if an injury occurs to the individual as a result of that aid. The paper explains that a primary reason for Good Samaritan laws is to encourage people to assist individuals in distress. The paper further explains that legislators wanted to ensure that these individuals could not be sued if they rendered assistance and an injury occurred as a result. The paper focuses on the Good Samaritan law in the state of Virginia.
Outline:
Introduction
Good Samaritan Laws
The Reason Behind the Creation of Good Samaritan Laws
From the Paper
"Good Samaritan laws are designed to protect individuals that go to the aid of others in the case of an accident or an emergency. The Good Samaritan law is not a federal statute; instead the laws are developed and enforced by the states. The Good Samaritan laws differ from state to state but overall the statutes assert that a person rendering aid to an individual in good faith will not be held liable in civil court if an injury occurs to the individual as a result of the rendering of aid. Some states have very thorough laws concerning good Samaritans. One such state is Virginia."
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Legitimate Authority, 2008.
This paper discusses the principles of just war and legitimate authority.
733 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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The paper explains the principle of legitimate authority, which mandates that war cannot be waged against any government, nation or population without it first being authorized and approved by the proper legal authorities. The paper shows how the current war in Iraq and civil war in America are used as examples of this principle.
From the Paper
"One example of this policy can be seen in the United States. In America the body of Congress is able to declare war, and in fact is the only body of government with the authority to do so(Principle of Legitimate Authority http://atheism.about.com/od/warandmorality/a/jusadbellum_3.htm).
"Because Congress is comprised of many political representatives, and a majority must agree to declare war, the US public is protected from having its government go into a war without considering the consequences first."
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Double Jeopardy, 2008.
Looks at the debate around the legal position of double jeopardy.
2,360 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper explores situations based on several authorities in which a person may or may not be tried again for the same crime as determined under the double jeopardy clause of the Constitution. The bases its discussion on three Supreme Court cases regarding double jeopardy. The paper concludes that, although the double jeopardy clause was created to offer protection from three specific types of legal abuse; nevertheless, at various times, the federal government will retry an acquitted defendant simply because there is a strong level of dissatisfaction with the first verdict.
Table of Contents:
In Other Words
Words and More Words
Supreme Court Decisions
Jeffers v. United States
Garrett v. United States Garrett v. United States
United States v. Ursery
From the Paper
"At times, Blockburger's rule makes sense. Sometimes, however Blockburger's rule makes far less sense. For example, Amar posits, if a defendant is charged with attempted murder, receives a fair trial and is convicted, afterwards the victim dies from injuries proximately caused by the initial attack, Blockburger's rule would bar a murder trial here. The Supreme Court held in the Diaz case as early as 1912, however that a Blockburger-like test was not be taken seriously in this particular scenario; indicating a second trial should not be barred."
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40157-Law-School-Revision.doc, 2008.
An admissions essay for law school that provides several options for application to different schools of law.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 55.95
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This is an admissions essay for prospective law students. It provides both a personal and professional background and includes an explanation and/or reasons for the drive and desire to enter a school of law as well as various options for applying to specific schools which stress different areas of speciality.
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"This opportunity to finally put my abilities as a lawyer to the test was pivotal for me. Although I had never prepared a case for a real trial before, I was excited and optimistic. By examining every aspect of the case's documentation, gaining full insight into Russian taxation legislation, and applying my logical reasoning and judgement, I was able to prepare a strong argument supported by the statutes to prove that the actions of the Revenue Board were in fact unlawful."
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Human Sexuality: Legalized Prostitution, 2008.
A look at the issue of prostitution in USA.
1,647 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper includes a brief overview of the history of prostitution in America. Following, an analysis of the benefits and effects of legalizing prostitution in today's society including statistical support for the legalization of prostitution, the paper argues legalizing prostitution will help prevent the spread of disease and protect women engaged in this profession from unnecessary violence and abuse.
Outline:
Introduction
History
Prostitution in the Modern Era
Conclusions
From the Paper
""Sex" work is nothing new; for centuries women in American have engaged in alternative work including prostitution (Scambler & Scambler, 1997; Roberts, 1992). With prostitution however, also comes stigmatization of women and "reduced civil liberties and rights of human dignity" as well as rapidly rising risks for disease or death for many women engaged in this form of employment (Scambler & Scambler, 1997, p. 3). Prostitution has been a profession since ancient times; in Ancient Greek society for example, prostitutions were known as autonomous individuals holding a certain status in society (Scambler & Scambler, 1997). It was only during the growth and expansion of Christianity and other religions in America that prostitution became associated with a "bad girl" image, suggesting women engaged in prostitution were "sinners" acting against puritan idealisms of "social purity" and morality (Scambler & Scambler, 1997). These ideals however, did not consider the economic poverty that often drove many women into prostitution, nor a woman's right to choose her line of work and enjoy greater autonomy (Roberts, 1992)."
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 2008.
This paper focuses on the 2001 U.S. Supreme Court case, "Board of Trustees v. Garrett", which explored the ramifications of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990.
918 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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The paper discusses the 2001 U.S. Supreme Court case, "Board of Trustees v. Garrett," where two University of Alabama employees wanted to sue a state for damages in federal court under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The paper explains the Supreme Court ruling that, although there had been discrimination, there was no clear pattern of discrimination on behalf of the state of Alabama as a whole regarding employees with disabilities and thus monetary damages were not appropriate. The paper is of the opinion that the conclusion that Garrett and Ash were not entitled to damages, merely because they worked for the state, was an act of injustice.
From the Paper
"Title I of the ADA states that an individual with a disability is a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, has a record of such impairment, and/or is regarded as having such impairment by society. A qualified employee or applicant with a disability must not be barred from employment if, with or without "reasonable accommodation," they can perform the essential functions of the job in question" ("Facts about the Americans with Disabilities Act, EEOC, 1997"). Reasonable accommodation includes "job restructuring, modifying work schedules, reassignment to a vacant position," as was requested by the defendants ("Facts about the Americans with Disabilities Act, EEOC, 1997"). "
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The Role of Government in Policy-Making, 2008.
This paper looks at public policy and discusses the role of the US government in policy making.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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In this article, the writer notes that, in the US, the public policy process essentially begins with a bill, or proposed law, being introduced for consideration into both chambers of Congress, which is comprised of the US Senate and House of Representatives. The writer then explains that public policy is shaped by the federal judiciary system in one of two ways. The first way is through statutory construction, in which courts interpret the definitions of laws and administrative regulations. Congress can overturn a Supreme Court decision involving statutory construction with which it disagrees. The second way is through judicial review, in which courts decide whether any law or administrative action passed by either Congress or certain state legislatures is in violation of the US Constitution. The writer concludes that the role the court system has played in shaping policies that affect the American Civil Liberties Union is that it continually passes judgment on the various cases brought to it by the organization on behalf of various underprivileged individuals.
From the Paper
"These laws and decisions influence the organization's decision-making operations by helping it to narrow down the types of social and political issues it would be interested in tackling. Such issues include those pertaining to free speech, the death penalty, disability rights, drug policy, HIV/AIDS, immigrant rights, prisoners' rights, lesbian and gay rights, privacy and technology, rights of the poor, police practices, racial justice, reproductive freedom and women's rights among various others. In its everyday activities these laws help ACLU to choose the specific types of court cases and lobbying efforts relevant to the various issues it is specifically known to deal with. Currently the ACLU handles up to 6,000 cases per year with 100 of its own staff attorneys and 2000 volunteer attorneys."
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