Criminal Justice Resources

The Criminal Investigation Process: An In-Depth Overview
Dr. Matthew Loux & Bryce Loux
The criminal investigation process applies to everything from petit larceny to homicide. Learn how it helps our government bring criminals to justice.
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Types of Cybercrime and Different Cyber Warfare Tactics
Dr. Matthew Loux & Bryce Loux
The types of cybercrime vary widely. Learn about different threats like ransomware attacks, malicious software, and online harassment.
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Types of Fraud Schemes and Top Techniques to Avoid Them
Dr. Matthew Loux & Derek Loux
Types of fraud schemes: Learn about different frauds and how to avoid becoming a victim of scam artists.
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Criminal Personality Traits: What Drives People to Crime?
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Criminal personality traits offer insight into what makes people commit unlawful acts. Discover the roles of impulse, empathy, and environment.
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Types of Crime: Insights from a Criminal Justice Expert
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Different types of crime are prevalent in our society and around the world. Learn about various crimes and how to combat them.
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What Evidence Is Needed for a Conviction? A Legal Overview
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
What evidence is needed for a conviction? Learn how evidence is gathered, assessed, and used in a court case.
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What Is Digital Forensics? When IT Meets Criminal Justice
Noelle Hartt
What is digital forensics? Explore the role digital forensics plays in solving crimes and the U.S. criminal justice system.
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What Does a Criminal Investigator Do? Solving Mysteries
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
What does a criminal investigator do? Learn how a criminal investigator works to solve crimes and protect public safety.
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How to Become a Criminal Profiler: An Intriguing Career Path
Dr. Matthew Loux & Derek Loux
How to become a criminal profiler: Explore the psychological theory behind criminal profiling and what is needed to become a criminal profiler.
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Ethics in Criminal Justice: Maintaining High Standards
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Ethics in criminal justice: Learn why maintaining high ethical standards is essential for public safety and maintaining public trust.
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What Is Criminal Behavior Analysis? Understanding Its Impact
Robert M. Brzenchek
Analyzing and properly deciphering human behavior is not always an easy task. But when you’re analyzing human behavior, patterns and habits create a bigger picture.
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Police Background Investigation: What You Can Expect
Dr. Charles W. Russo
Learn more about the background investigation process for new police hires.
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