In this homework assignment, you will research and analyze a real-world incident involving the use of force by criminal justice professionals.

Requirements: In writing this mini-research paper, there are a few a basic requirements you'll need to meet. Specifically:

• Start with a strong opening paragraph that grabs the reader's attention, previews what's to come, and states the overall thesis (your thesis is your overall conclusion regarding the morality of the use of force)
• Next, include a thorough, accurate description of the incident
  • Provide context (what led to the incident)
  • Describe the incident itself in detail (amount/type of force used)
  • Discuss the aftermath and ultimate resolution of the incident for the parties involved
• Third, define and apply at least two normative ethical approaches to support your thesis
• Fourth, define and apply at least two guiding principles from PERF to support your thesis
• End with a strong conclusion that restates your thesis and reinforces your main points
• Throughout: write professionally
  • Use strong transition and topic sentences in the body of your paper
  • Use proper grammar and spelling
• Research requirements
  • Cite to at least three respectable sources
  • Cite to sources as necessary throughout paper, and include a works cited page

Ideas for incidents: You may be creative here. There are many incidents that have been in the news lately, some right here in Colorado Springs. You can find many cases that resulted in civil lawsuits, settlements, and criminal charges (resulting in both convictions and acquittals). There are cases where officers have refrained from using force, with different results. There are cases involving deadly force, non-deadly force, tasers, non-lethal bullets, different physical techniques, police dogs, etc. There are cases that have gone all the way to the United States Supreme Court, state supreme courts, or that have simply been tried in the court of public opinion. Your case need not focus on police officersyou may cover incidents involving judges, corrections officers, military members, and so on. Please don't choose a case that I've already covered in our learning modules. Please choose a case that has not received extensive national media coverage. Please do your best to pick a case from Colorado or your home state.This is a chance to explore a case that interests you and resonates with your sense of ethics. I look forward to learning from you this week!