2. Are there specific crimes that you believe tend to support classical theory? Alternatively, are there crimes that you believe are not well explained by classical theory? Why or why not?
3. Do you believe that the classical theory can be used to explain Ted Bundys criminal behavior? Why or why not? (If you are not familiar with the Ted Bundy case, please familiarize yourself with it before responding). What elements of his background can be used to explain his behavior?
4. In your opinion, what types of offenses/offenders would likely utilize the full seven stage hedonistic calculus test as proposed by Jeremy Bentham? Why?
5. Various organizations have started to collect DNA samples from participants for a variety of different services (DNA can be used to discover ones genealogical background or to figure out which medical treatment is best for a given patient). The participants assume when they are providing their DNA that it will be used for the service they signed up for and only that service. Some police agencies are trying to get access to these DNA databases in order to solve some cases (in particular, cold cases and unsolved sexual assault crimes). Based on Beccarias notion of a social contract do you believe that citizens should be comfortable with having their DNA results shared with the government since their purpose is to catch criminals and close old criminal cases? Why or why not?
6. As we discussed in class this week, Lombrosos Born Criminal (Atavism) theory has been largely discredited in the present day. Modern genetics research indicates that criminal behavior tends to run in families. Do you believe that this is a function of nature (biology) or nurture (child rearing)? Why? Be sure to fully explain your answer.
