Identifying Problems in the Criminal Justice System Discussion Questions

In Chapter 11 and Module 6, we learn about problems in the criminal justice system. One of the topics introduced was the impact of having a criminal record on people’s lives. This discussion assignment requires you to explore the We Are All Criminals website and to compare the experiences of those who “got away with it” to the experiences of those who did not.

To start, go to https://www.weareallcriminals.org. Once you’re there, read the personal accounts under “Luxury to Forget” (those who “got away with it”) and “More Than My Mugshot” (those who didn’t). Click each box to open up the full story.

After reading these personal accounts and reviewing the relevant material, please answer the following two questions, making sure that you clearly link your response to the website and the chapter:

In what ways did avoiding a criminal record impact the lives of people with the “luxury to forget”? Provide specific examples to support your argument.

In what ways did having a criminal record impact the lives of people who are “more than [their] mugshot”? Provide specific examples