Identify and describe 3-4 needs of the various populations served in the criminal justice profession.

How does the criminal justice professional address the needs of various populations?

Do you think that members of society are aware of the pertinent duties and responsibilities associated with the criminal justice profession? Explain.

Does society realize how much is on the practitioner’s plate?

Does society realize the amount of discretion, which various practitioners possess?

Does society realize they may not be privy to all things that practitioners do?

Does society know the exact duties and responsibilities of the various jobs performed by practitioners?

What are the perceptions that society has about the profession?

Are perceptions influenced by real life encounters?

Are perceptions molded by the media?

Are perceptions molded by sociological factors

What can be done to remove the negative stereotypes associated with the profession?