Criminal justice

What is the difference between infanticide and neonaticide?

Infanticide is the act of killing an infant under one year old, while neonaticide refers to the killing of a newborn within the first 24 hours of life.

When was the National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) founded?

The NWPC was founded in 1971.

What is the mission of the National Organization for Women (NOW)?

To promote equality for women in all aspects of society including workplace, reproductive rights, and education.

What are 'throwaways' in the context of runaways?

Throwaways are children who are deliberately kicked out of their homes by their caregivers or parents.

Which country was the first to give women the right to vote?

New Zealand was the first country to give women the right to vote in 1893.

What year did Wyoming grant women the right to vote?

Wyoming became the first U.S. state to grant women the right to vote in 1869.

Who was the first female judge in America?

Esther Hobart Morris was the first female judge in the U.S., appointed in Wyoming in 1870.

What is altruistic filicide?

Altruistic filicide is when a mother kills her child believing it is in the child’s or her own best interest.

What are status crimes?

Status crimes are defined by the offender’s status or condition rather than the act itself, such as truancy, underage drinking, and curfew violations.

What does the term 'Dark Figure of Crime' refer to?

The 'Dark Figure of Crime' refers to crimes that are not reported or detected by law enforcement.

What is the purpose of the UCR/NIBRS programs?

UCR compiles annual crime data from U.S. law enforcement, and NIBRS offers more detailed information on each crime incident.

What are some states where abortion is severely limited or unavailable?

Following the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization ruling, states like Texas, Oklahoma, Alabama, and Arkansas have severe restrictions or bans on abortion.

What does liberal feminism advocate for?

Liberal feminism advocates for equality through legal and political reforms.

What is child marriage?

Child marriage is defined as marriage before the age of 18, disproportionately affecting girls.

What are social cognitive skills?

Social cognitive skills are the abilities to interpret and navigate social interactions, including empathy and understanding social cues.

What significant event took place in Seneca Falls, New York in 1848?

The First Women’s Rights Convention was held, where the Declaration of Sentiments was crafted.

On average, how many words do women and men use per day?

Women use around 20,000 words per day on average, while men use around 7,000.

What is postpartum depression?

Postpartum depression is a severe form of depression after childbirth, affecting a mother's bonding with her baby.

What does the Vera Institute focus on?

The Vera Institute works on criminal justice reform, specifically advocating to end the incarceration of girls.

Why is sex work considered the most dangerous occupation?

Sex work is deemed dangerous due to high risks of physical violence, sexual assault, and exposure to deadly diseases.

What is civil death?

Civil death refers to the loss of an individual’s civil rights due to imprisonment or conviction.

What impact did the 19th Amendment have?

The 19th Amendment, passed in 1920, granted women the constitutional right to vote in the U.S.

What was the ruling in Taylor v. Louisiana (1975)?

The ruling stated that excluding women from jury service violated the defendant's Sixth Amendment right.

What was the significance of Reed v. Reed (1971)?

This case ruled that a state law preferring men over women for estate administration was unconstitutional.

What did the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling overturn?

In 2022, it overturned Roe v. Wade, ruling that abortion is not a constitutional right.