Due Process and Social Control Concepts

Dr. Kevin Jennings introduces the concept of criminal justice, focusing on the evolution of social norms, informal and formal sanctions, and social control. He discusses the impact of societal complexity and diversity on social control, tracing the historical development from early societies to modern times. The Enlightenment's influence on individual rights and the balance between due process and crime control in the U.S. legal system, particularly through the Supreme Court, is highlighted. The Miranda v. Arizona case is used to illustrate the importance of due process rights.

What is the primary function of social norms in early human societies?

• To establish formal laws

• To provide unwritten rules for behavior

• To create government systems

• To enforce legal punishments

Which of the following is an example of an informal sanction?

• A prison sentence

• A formal warning from a principal

• A fine imposed by a court

• A disapproving look from peers

How did formal sanctions evolve as societies became more complex?

• They were replaced by social norms

• They were abolished in favor of informal sanctions

• They became less necessary

• They became more formalized and elaborate

What is the relationship between the size of a society and the need for social control?

• Larger societies need less social control

• Size does not affect the need for social control

• Smaller societies need more social control

• Larger societies need more social control

What is the main challenge in balancing individual rights and social control?

• Maintaining social order without violating rights

• Eliminating all forms of social control

• Ensuring everyone has equal rights

• Creating more complex laws

Who was a key figure in shifting the U.S. legal system towards due process?

• Earl Warren

• John Locke

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the significance of the Miranda v. Arizona case?

• It allowed for indefinite detention without trial

• It required police to inform arrestees of their rights

• It established the right to a speedy trial

• It abolished the death penalty

What is the purpose of the Miranda warning?

• To explain the court process

• To inform individuals of their right to remain silent

• To provide a list of potential charges

• To outline the penalties for a crime

In the context of social control, what does 'due process' emphasize?

• Strict enforcement of laws

• Elimination of all crime

• Recognition of individual rights

• Increased police presence

What is the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in the context of due process and crime control?

• To enforce local ordinances

• To decide complex legal cases

• To manage police departments

• To create new laws