CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATION

WRIGHT v. SOUTH COROLINA “Todd William Wright convicted of Criminal Domestic Violence of a high and aggravated nature (CDVHAN) and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, suspended upon service of 8 years, and 5 years probation. We affirm. Wright, 6 feet tall and weighing 216 lbs beat and kicked his wife, Wendy on the evening of February 16, Mrs. Wright injuries were very severe” (Lippman, 2007, P33).

WRIGHT v. SOUTH COROLINA UNDERSTANING AND IMPROVING COMMUNICATION IN DIVERSE CULTURES AND SITUATIONS Education and training for law enforcers to better understand how to deal with domestic issues (violence) is a major plus. This will allow law enforcers the skills and know how when looking for tell tell signs of abuse and cover up schemes that may be done by the abuser of domestic violence. Proper policing would consist of explaining to Mrs. Wright in a professional and respectful manner that she does not have to suffer abuse From Mr. Wright or anyone. Her rights as a human being should be explained to her. She should be advised that there is a disorder called battered women syndrome and she can receive treatment for this disorder, with the understanding that this abuse is not her fault. Mrs. Wright should be informed by the police officials that her husband can be restrained from the home. There are places that will protect her and her children (if any are involved), if she decides to leave the home etc. Homes for Battered Women, Churches, and Human Resources. Social Services can be called into the home by authorities in order to better assist the abuse victim and children (if any are involved). Social Workers can then explain to the abuse victim in this case, Mrs. Wright in a discreet manner the resources that will help her become a survivor of Domestic Violence. During an investigation of Domestic Violence, policing should consist of patrolling the community (home) of the battered woman in order to give her and her children a feeling of security if the battered victim does not want to leave her home ( Multicultural Enforcement E-book CH 1, 2, 3, 5, 6).

Domestic Violence Victim of Abuse “For victims who see these kinds of pictures its all too real. Authorities must be very careful to insure privacy of the victim. If privacy, empathic, and supportive reassuring is not involved this discourages the victim from reporting abuse which makes policing and investigating domestic violence cases even harder, Domestic Abuse Advocates told ABCNews.com” (

PEOPLE v. CARMONY “Mr. Carmony was convicted of an offense against a minor in 1983 of oral copulation by force of fear, with a minor under the age of 14 years. Giving rise to defendant’s life long duty to register as a sex offender. This conviction arose when defendant who was intoxicated became angry with his then girlfriend and, in retaliation, picked her nine year old daughter from school and sexually assaulted her. Defendant failed to comply with the registration requirement in 1990 and again 1997 when he was sentenced to stated prison for 32 months” (Lippman, 2007, P72).

PEOPLE v. CARMONY UNDERSTANING AND IMPROVING COMMUNICATION IN DIVERSE CULTURES AND SITUATIONS To better the community Mr. Carmony was charged and judged of oral copulation of a minor. He was required to register as a sexual offender through the proper authorities. Mr. Carmony missed two years registering in 1990 and again Law enforcers should begin proper procedure for arrest (policing). Due to Mr. Carmony release from prison for violation, he was authorized to notify authorities of his new residence. Proper policing would deal with Mr. Carmony with professionalism but also making him verbally aware of his requirements under the law. Policing along with Mr. Carmony’s parole officer should work hand in hand which involves accountability and supervision to insure Mr. Carmony stays updated in the system. Policing in this case should first consider the protection of the community and respect for Mr. Carmony’s Civil Rights. Policing should involve patrolling the area, or even initiating a neighborhood watch which reveals to Mr. Carmony that the neighborhood nor Law Enforcement are not allowing any criminal behavior in the community Mr. Carmony resides in ( Multicultural Enforcement E-book CH 1, 2, 3,4, 5, 9).

COMMUNICATION AND PROPER POLICING SHOULD INCLUDED: Respect is due to any individual (citizen) involved in any form of domestic, criminal action that involves any form of human relations where as law enforcers are involved. Common sense and fairness should be used as a balance between effective law enforcement and protection of Civil Liberties. Communication should be used with respect and honor for each individuals race, creed or cultural belief. Policing should always involve asking self would you treat this person in this manner if they were your same race, creed and or culture ( Multicultural Enforcement E-book CH 1, 2, 3, 7).

GOOD POLICING Good policing deals with good communication skills and professionalism. Our nation is full of diversity and each culture has a lifestyle that requires verbal understanding and wisdom of the community. Law enforcers should understand the fact that African Americans are totally different in culture when compared to Asian Americans, with the educational training policing can achieve great accomplishments through good policing ( Multicultural Enforcement E-book CH 1, 2, 3, 4).

POLICING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN A COMMUNITY The community may consist of single parents, minorities, women, men, and homosexual. No matter how much diversity is found in a community, law enforcers must have the skills needed to deal with the special challenges of a changing society. A police officers’ first priority is to serve and protect without social or racial profiling, and or discrimination. Law enforcers have a very hard job trying to refrain from bias behavior and pushing personal feelings to the side when dealing with criminal behavior they totally disagree with. Knowledge, awareness, and good policing skills allow police officers the increase ability to overcome all forms of cultural barriers that hinder good policing. Historical information on all cultural backgrounds allows police officials awareness on the relationship involved between themselves and the citizens of a community. No matter the race or culture all citizens depend on the policing of law enforcers. Law enforcers must build a professional trust factor that allows each citizen the freedom needed to know their culture is respected and protected through all law enforcement officials. ( Multicultural Enforcement E-book CH 1, 2, 3, 9).

REFERENCES Lippman, Matthew, Contemporary Criminal Law Concepts, cases and controversies, 2007, Sage Publication, Thousand Oaks, California, P 33, Multicultural Enforcement E-book, CH 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9. ert/story?id= &page=1