Organized Crime & Theories of Deviance
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The theory of differential association is used to explain deviance in the Gambino crime family. This 6 page paper explores theories of deviance and criminology as applied to organized crime in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Orgcrim2.wps

Systematic Deviance and Prostitution
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This 4 page report discusses sociological theories of systematic deviance as it relates to prostitution. Prostitution may serve as one of the most simple and clearly definable examples of how the larger systematic process of sociological theories of deviancy actually work. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWpros2.wps

'The Godfather' Book & Films Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper compares how the characters change between parts 1-3 of Mario Puzo's novel, The Godfather, vs. the changes in the film versions, scripted by Francis Ford Coppola. Specifically examined are the changes of the Corleone characters depicted in the book as opposed to the film. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Godfathr.doc

“Organised Crime and the Criminal Justice System”
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A nine page paper which looks at the way in which law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system could reassess their priorities in terms of dealing with organised and local crime, with particular reference to drug trafficking and drug abuse. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JLorgcrime.doc

A Critical Look At Juvenile Gangs in America
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This 15 page paper focuses on gangs in America from early in the 1800s through the present. Gangs in America are compared with those overseas. Ethnic groups are discussed in relation to organized crime and gang activity. The paper focuses on juvenile gang activity but also includes references to organized crime in general. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: SA202gng.rtf

A Plan to Tackle Organized Crime
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This 5 page paper uses a hypothetical situation to provide a plan of attack for the U.S. government to tackle organized crime. Information about organized crime and crime theory are provided. A solution is proposed and practical implications discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA312org.rtf

Al Capone's Control of Chicago as a Metaphor of Government
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A 5 page research paper on Al Capone's syndicate and its similarities to a government. The writer details each function of government and how Capone's organization paralleled it as a microcosm. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Capone.wps