Chapter 4: Contemporary Classical and Deterrence Research

Audio Links

- "Study Sheds Light on Criminal Activity During Time Change"
  New research indicates the time change that occurs when Daylight Saving Time is observed has a big downside: an apparent increase in crimes (for those states who observe the time change).
- "Training Helps Inmates Build a Bridge to Life Outside Prison Walls"
  Loretta Lynch made her first visit to a federal prison as the nation's top law enforcement officer. She highlighted the need for more services to help inmates re-enter society.

Author Podcast

- Author Podcast: Relating to Theories

Video Clips

- Prison Rehabilitation
  This news clip discusses the rate of crime for former prison inmates.
- Teen Who Stole Endures Public Punishment
  A news clip about one parent's decision to punish her child after he was caught stealing.
- Jail Keeper Says California Three-Strikes Law Fails to Reduce Crime
  This news clip reports on California's prison conditions and crime rate since the Three-Strikes Law was passed.
- Dan Ariely: Crime and Irrationality
  This video interview explores the rational choice theory of crime.

Websites

- Shaming
  Transcript and radio recording of a news piece on shaming as criminal deterrence.
- The CDC on Drunk Driving
  The CDC released a report on the proper methods to deter drinking and driving.
- Prison Sentencing
  Study finds longer prison sentences work as a deterrent, with limits.
- Community Action
  A community takes action and makes a policy to restore a feeling of safety after a burglary.
- Crime Mapping
  Using statistics, law enforcement officials are able to concentrate their efforts on certain areas and activities.
- People v. Brock Turner
  The court documents of the case of Brock Turner.