Your objective is to conduct research on a public policy issue, i.e., jail conditions, solitary confinement, use of force, prison sexual assault, and access to feminine hygiene products in prison (see complete list in cases and memorandum doc below).
Directions
STEP 1: First, review the articles about Evidence-Based PracticeLinks to an external site., Evidence-Based PolicyLinks to an external site., and the websites Center for Evidence-Based CorrectionsLinks to an external site. and CrimeSolution.govLinks to an external site.
STEP 2: Next, consider the following scenario: Your colleagues must be convinced to implement an Evidence-Based Policy (EBP) in response to a public policy issue (from the list of cases below) that your criminal justice agency must address. For example,
STEP 3: You must use the Memorandum Template to complete the assignment. Please address the following critical elements:
1. Issue Presented (1 sentence): In a brief one-sentence question, summarize the importance of implementing at least one new EBP into a response to your previously selected public policy issue.
2. Short Answer (2-3 sentences): Provide a short answer summarizing the memorandum's conclusion.
3. Statement of Facts (6-8 sentences): Describe how implementing EBP (a proven strategy or policy) will result in more effective policymaking. Also, you MUST include significant details of a Supreme Court or relevant state or federal case that speaks to your issue, the case can be found in the attached document "cases and issues for policy memorandum'" document below.
4. Discussion (4-8 sentences): Briefly discuss at least one recent example of a departmental policy (from law enforcement, the courts, or corrections) that has effectively been revised to improve the conditions or incidences.
5. Conclusion (4-8 sentences): Provide a conclusion based on your research and your gathered details.
6. Recommendations (6-8 sentences): Recommend at least one new EBP (a proven strategy or policy) to your colleagues and explain why it will improve the response to the public policy that your criminal justice agency must address. For example, if you have selected the issue of safer prisons, a notable evidence-based policy is accurate inmate classification and effective programming are EBP tools that will increase prison safety and enhance community success
*The memo should be written using Times New Roman, 12 pt font, single space, APA citation, two pages, and a reference page. I've included a sample in the attachment area for your review.