Take a position. Do you believe the classical school of thought or the positivist school of thought has had the most influence on criminal justice practices?

"The classical school of thought has influenced criminal justice practices the most" or "The positivist school of thought has influenced the criminal justice system the most."

Using the information from resources, make your case. What practices in the criminal justice system are evidence of the influence of your chosen school of thought? Consider the impact on the following:

• laws or policies
• law enforcement
• court system and sentencing
• corrections, rehabilitation, parole
• reducing crime rates and recidivism