Liang and Lu's research highlights the necessity for innovations in public policy due to the rise of
technology, internet regulation, and cybercrimes in China. Given how quickly these aspects are changing,
especially in a powerful country like China, there is a need to reevaluate criminal justice systems in order
to protect sensitive data and confront new risks (Liang & Lu, 2010). According to Chinese officials, only
about 20% of cybercrimes are looked into, which makes enforcing policy more difficult (Liang & Lu,
2010).
However, Morris's research highlights how reluctant young people are to assist law enforcement because
they distrust authority figures and fear reprisals. This study highlights the need for changes in law
enforcement tactics to build confidence, promote cooperation, and address the underlying issues that
contribute to the "stop snitching" mentality. It also has immediate consequences for criminal justice
public policy (Morris, 2010).
The essay highlights the need of building trust between teenagers and authority figures and proposes
that peer mentorship programs are more important than new rules (Morris, 2010). Morris's (2010) piece
makes one feel sympathetic toward teenagers who find it difficult to trust adults in power in their
schools. The story highlights how crucial it is for teachers and school resource officers to build trust so
that students may confide in reliable people rather than trying to handle issues on their own. This will
protect the students' education and future opportunities (Morris, 2010).
Morgan and Thompson (2022) point out that a useful tool for comprehending nonfatal criminal
victimizations and unreported offenses is the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS). The NCVS is
nevertheless a useful resource for learning about victimization patterns and crime trends, despite the
inherent limitations of all data collection techniques. The NCVS's historical resistance to altering its
survey methodology raises several possible concerns. In a dynamic setting where crime trends change
over time, a rigid approach could cause the survey to become out of date (Mosher et al., 2011).
As the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive, says Colossians 3:13. "Bearing with one another
and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving one other." This verse urges people to show others
the same grace they have received and emphasizes the value of forgiveness in resolving interpersonal
issues. A culture of collaboration, understanding, and healing among communities can be fostered by
leaders by using the concept of forgiveness and reconciliation in the context of criminal justice. A more
restorative approach to justice that prioritizes rehabilitation and mending relationships above strictly
punishing methods may benefit from encouraging forgiveness.
References:
Liang, B., & Lu, H. (2010). Internet development, censorship, and Cyber Crimes in China.Journal of
Contemporary Criminal Justice,26(1), 103–120. https://doi.org/10.1177/1043986209350437
Morgan, R. E., & Thompson, A. (2022).The Nation's Two Crime Measures, 2011-2020. US Department of
Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Statistics.
Morris, E. W. (2010). “Snitches end up in ditches” and other cautionary tales.Journal of Contemporary
Criminal Justice,26(3), 254–272. https://doi.org/10.1177/1043986210368640
Mosher, C. J., Miethe, T. D., & Hart, T. C. (2011).The Mismeasure of Crime(2nd ed.). SAGE
