Sisters Behind Bars: Understanding Female Gangs in Prisons through Subculture and Gender Theories

Theory-Based Research Paper. What causes crime? What are the solutions? These are

fundamental and complex question we ask in the field of criminology.

The goal of your paper is primarily two-fold: (1) identify ONE specific perspective/theory that

explains what causes/contributes to your crime problem (this perspective/theory will serve as

your thesis), and (2) discuss the solutions that are effective and align with your perspective

theory. Your paper will be a synthesis of your scholarly research. For example, you may be

arguing that for juvenile delinquency, social bonding theory explains the problem of juvenile

delinquency. Keep in mind that you are not making up your own theory or coming up with your

own solutions but conducting evaluative research and supporting your thesis with research and/or scholarship (evidence-based best practices). Hence, your theoretical perspective and solutions

will need to be supported by research/scholarship.

Your paper should be typed, double-spaced, and approximately 7-8 pages in length. You are

also required to use at least ten sources (7 must be scholarly peer-reviewed sources/academic

journals). Your paper must also be properly cited and include a reference section. You must

use APA format. Your paper will be graded according to the following criteria:

(1) Introduction: Introduce your crime problem (drugs, domestic violence, bias crime,

gangs, etc.). You will need to explain in this section how serious the crime is, the

harms, and the costs. For example, how serious is the impact on society and/or

victims? These statements should be supported by research, statistics, and

appropriately cited. In this section you will also need to introduce your

theory/theoretical perspective and what you will be arguing in the next section.

Minimum 1-page (3 points)

(2) Theoretical perspective/thesis: Explain your theory/theoretical perspective as the

primary cause of your crime problem. Develop the theory in this section. This

section should be supported by research, statistics, and appropriately cited.

Minimum: 2-2.5 pages. (10 points)

(3) Solutions: What are the best solutions for your crime problem? What are the public

policies, laws and/or programs that exist that can reduce your crime problem? You

might include the role of the criminal justice system and/or community-based

programs and non-profits. Your solutions should align/support your theory (thesis).

For example, if you argue that medical addiction is the cause of drug problems, you

should be introducing successful treatment and programs as solutions.

Refer to statistics and research to support the remedy(ies) for your crime problem.

Minimum: 2-2.5 pages (10 points)

(4) Conclusion/Final Discussion: What are your final recommendations based upon your

research and analysis on your crime problem? For example, should more programs

exist and be supported? What research and/or resources are lacking? Minimum 1-

page. (3 points)

(5) Writing/Grammar: Is your paper well-organized, integrated, free from punctuation,

grammar, and spelling errors, etc.? Is your paper properly cited? I highly recommend

that you purchase refer to any one of the numerous writing guides that are available

for purchase or through websites. You can also refer to https://owl.purdue.edu/ See

also Turnitin.com for plagiarism issues, including related to AI. Refer to additional

handout. (4 points)


Are you struggling with your paper? Let us handle it - WE ARE EXPERTS!

Whatever paper you need - we will help you write it

Get started

Starts at $9 /page

How our paper writing service works

It's very simple!

  • Fill out the order form

    Complete the order form by providing as much information as possible, and then click the submit button.

  • Choose writer

    Select your preferred writer for the project, or let us assign the best writer for you.

  • Add funds

    Allocate funds to your wallet. You can release these funds to the writer incrementally, after each section is completed and meets your expected quality.

  • Ready

    Download the finished work. Review the paper and request free edits if needed. Optionally, rate the writer and leave a review.