Multiculturalism in Criminal Justice System

Jenna Eberle, a criminal justice major, presents on multiculturalism in the criminal justice system. She highlights the importance of understanding multiculturalism, defining it as the integration of diverse cultures within a society. The presentation covers the impact of social class, race, and religion on justice, emphasizing the overrepresentation of minorities and the need for awareness and training programs to address these issues. Eberle concludes with recommendations for improving multicultural understanding in the field.

What is the main focus of Jenna Eberle's presentation?

• The history of criminal law

• Economic impacts on crime rates

• Multiculturalism in the criminal justice system

• The role of technology in criminal justice

Which of the following is NOT a key area of multiculturalism discussed in the presentation?

• Social class

• Race

• Religion

• Gender

Why does the criminal justice system focus more on street crimes than white-collar crimes?

• Street crimes are more visible and perceived as a greater threat

• White-collar crimes are more difficult to prosecute

• Street crimes involve more people

• White-collar crimes are less harmful

What is a common misconception about people of color in the criminal justice system?

• They are more likely to commit white-collar crimes

• They are often seen as a dangerous class

• They receive more lenient sentences

• They are underrepresented in crime statistics

What percentage of the prison population is made up of Black individuals, according to the presentation?

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

• 33%

What is a significant issue with the representation of professionals in the criminal justice system?

• There are too many professionals of color

• The majority of professionals are white

• There is an equal representation of all races

• Most professionals are from low-income backgrounds

How are Native Americans often treated in the criminal justice system?

• They are given more lenient sentences

• They are overrepresented in white-collar crime statistics

• They are often denied access to cultural and spiritual practices

• They receive special privileges

What is one proposed solution to improve multicultural understanding in the criminal justice system?

• Eliminating all forms of punishment

• Reducing the number of police officers

• Implementing training programs and awareness certifications

• Increasing the number of prisons

What is the relationship between religion and ethnicity in the context of the criminal justice system?

• They often coexist and are not properly handled

• Religion is more important than ethnicity

• They are completely unrelated

• Ethnicity is more important than religion

What is the impact of recent racial justice movements on the criminal justice system?

• They have decreased the number of white-collar crimes

• They have led to efforts to combat repression caused by diversity

• They have had no impact

• They have increased the number of street crimes