Matthew Shepard Act Case Study

December 5, 2022

Matthew Shepard Act Case Study

Order Number	636738393092
Type of Project	ESSAY
Writer Level	PHD VERIFIED
Format	APA
Academic Sources	10
Page Count	3-12 PAGES

Instructions/Descriptions

Matthew Shepard Act Case Study

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Crime Law and Policy

Following their son’s murder, Judy and Dennis Shepard created The Matthew Shepard Foundation and became activists on behalf of ending antigay violence. Judy took up the mission with passion, making speeches, meeting with politicians and celebrities, and writing a book to tell her son’s story. Her efforts have been credited with helping to bring about the new legislation (Stone, 2009).

The struggle to pass the Matthew Shepard Act was not easy, and took 11 years. There were many opponents to the legislation during this time. Some suggested that efforts toward passage of this law could have been better spent on passing antidiscrimination laws (Arana, 2009). Other critics argued that the new law would punish people for their thoughts, not their deeds. Still others felt the law infringed on the freedom of speech. Despite the opposition, the law eventually passed. The new law extended the definition of hate crimes to include “gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability” (Hulse, 2009). In 2011, the first case was prosecuted under the Matthew Shepard Act in South Carolina (Edwards, 2011).

Judy Shepard’s perseverance and the efforts of other gay rights advocates led directly to the passage of the Matthew Shepard Act. Judy was able to influence changes in the legal system and participate in a social movement that has a positive impact on society.

For this Discussion, select one of the laws or policies that were inspired by a single case using the Interactive Community (Megan’s Law, Amber Alert, Adam Walsh Child Protection Safety Act, and MADD National Federal Drinking Age Act). Do not select the Matthew Shepard case. Examine the factors that led to passage of the law or policy and consider its long term impact on society.

Post by Day 1 a description of the law or policy you selected. Then describe the case that inspired the law or policy and explain how. Finally, explain how the law or policy has contributed to positive social change.

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One and a half page with at least two reference….

It is important that you cover all the topics identified in the assignment. Covering the topic does not mean mentioning the topic BUT presenting an explanation from the readings.

To get maximum points you need to follow the requirements listed for this assignments 1) look at the page limits 2) review and follow APA rules 3) create SUBHEADINGS to identify the key sections you are presenting and 4) Free from typographical and sentence construction errors.

Matthew Shepard Act Case Study

RUBRIC

Excellent Quality

95-100%

Introduction

45-41 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Literature Support

91-84 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Methodology

58-53 points

With titles for each slide as well as bulleted sections to group relevant information as required, the content is well-organized. Excellent use of typeface, color, images, effects, and so on to improve readability and presenting content. The minimum length criterion of 10 slides/pages is reached.

Average Score

50-85%

40-38 points

More depth/information is required for the context and importance, otherwise the study detail will be unclear. There is no search history information supplied.

83-76 points

There is a review of important theoretical literature, however there is limited integration of research into problem-related ideas. The review is just partly focused and arranged. There is research that both supports and opposes. A summary of the material given is provided. The conclusion may or may not include a biblical integration.

52-49 points

The content is somewhat ordered, but there is no discernible organization. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on may sometimes distract from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.

Poor Quality

0-45%

37-1 points

The context and/or importance are lacking. There is no search history information supplied.

75-1 points

There has been an examination of relevant theoretical literature, but still no research concerning problem-related concepts has been synthesized. The review is just somewhat focused and organized. The provided overview of content does not include any supporting or opposing research. The conclusion has no scriptural references.

48-1 points

There is no logical or apparent organizational structure. There is no discernible logical sequence. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on often detracts from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.