American Public University Deductive and Inductive Criminal Profiling Essay

This written assignment consists of two essay questions. You are expected to develop a 2-3 page essay, PER question (excluding title and reference page). A minimum of 2 peer-reviewed, scholarly sources per question are to be utilized for the assignment. Sources should also be up-to-date (less than 10 years old). Direct quotes are not permitted.

-Topic 1: Distinguish between deductive and inductive criminal profiling and provide examples of each. Explain the role Locard’s Principle plays in criminal profiling. Why is Locard’s Principle important for the investigation of serial crimes such as homicide, sadistic sex crimes, and arson; explain?

-Topic 2: What differentiates a mass killer from a serial killer? How would you approach the profile of each? Provide examples of each.

*Citations/References: You must use proper APA format for citations and reference listings.

*You may submit each answer in a separate MS word document.