Week 5 Signature Assignment - Diversity Changes

Wk5-Signature Assignment: Diversity Changes

Select 1 policy or program that is working to create diversity in the criminal justice system and research the policy or program you selected.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you:

• Describe the policy or program you have researched, and answer the following questions:
• Where is this policy or program in effect?
• How long has it been in effect?
• Explain which area of the criminal justice system the policy or program designed to address.
• Explain how this policy or program impacts juvenile justice.
• Could it be more impactful at this level? Why or why not.
• Explain how you feel this policy or program will make the criminal justice system processes and procedures more diverse. Provide data to support your points.

Cite at least 1 reference to support your assignment.