Identify a current ethical issue in the field of Criminal Justice and apply your vast knowledge of the course material. Discuss, among other things, why it is an issue and steps that can be taken to resolve or maintain integrity.

  PORTFOLIO: A portfolio project, comprising 20% of course grade, will be added to each program in
the Criminal Justice and Legal Studies department. This is a purposeful collection of student
work that is accumulated throughout the student’s studies. Under the guidance of the CJ/LS Chair
and each instructor, students must submit materials that reveal the extent of student learning,
achievement, and development. The portfolio is intended to assess acquired knowledge and
competence in areas considered necessary to successfully work as a professional in a legal
environment. Each course will have one assignment that is used as an assessment and portfolio
assignment. Of course, students will have the option of adding additional assignments as well.
The portfolio is due the eighth week but to provide feedback to students before the term ends, it is
recommended that it is submitted early in week 7.
Formal Examinations:
i. APA format including abstract, content and resources
ii. No quotes; all information must be cited and put in your own words
iii. Minimum of five academically-sound sources
iv. Type-written in a Times New Roman 12-font
v. Online sources may be used if they are academically sound.
vi. All online sources must be identified by name of author and date of posting
vii. Minimum of 3 pages of text
viii. Paper must be submitted online
1. Paper
a. Title page
b. Abstract
c. 3 pages of content
d. Reference page (with at least 5 references)
Portfolio Topic
Identify a current ethical issue in the field of Criminal Justice and apply your vast knowledge of the course
material. Discuss, among other things, why it is an issue and steps that can be taken to resolve or maintain
integrity.
You have wide latitude in the project.