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Journal Link 3.1: Davis, M. S. (2006). Crimes mala in se: An equity-based definition. Criminal Justice Policy Review, 17(3), 270-289.

Questions that apply to this article:

1. What are some of the reasons the definition of mala in se crimes is problematic?
2. What are the components of equity theory?
3. What three dimensions does Davis (2006) suggest in his spectrum of offenses?

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Journal Link 3.2: Koenig, T. H., & Rustad, M. L. (2007). “Hate torts” to fight hate crimes: Punishing the organizational roots of evil. American Behavioral Scientist, 51(2), 302-318.

Questions that apply to this article:

1. Why are hate torts effective?
2. Why does Koenig and Rustad (2007) focus on the internet in their article?
3. What precedent did the New Hampshire Supreme Court set?

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Journal Link 3.3: Kaufman, W. R. P. (2003). Motive, intention, and morality in the criminal law. Criminal Justice Review, 28(2), 317-335.

Questions that apply to this article:

1. How has your opinion changed on motive and liability after reading this article? Defend you position.
2. Should judges be allowed discretion to take motive into account?
3. What are some of the arguments form critics Kaufaman (2003) addresses?