Question
1. Dear Justyce Pre-Reading Activity
View TED Talk Video---TED Talk Video on InjusticeLinks to an external site.
2. Pre-Reading Group Activity for the novel, Dear Justyce
In your table groups, you will conduct research on ONE court case and ONE case study, using the links below. Document your information in a Word document following the guidelines below. You need to discuss, evaluate, and analyze AS A GROUP!!!!! You will share your results with the class. You need to include the following in your findings FOR BOTH:
Guidelines
Background: Who were the key people involved in the case? What happened? What were the causes or contributing factors to the abuse?
Legal Outcome: What was the verdict or resolution?
Systemic Insights: How did race, gender, age, or socioeconomic status play a role?
Connection to Dear Justyce: Predict how this case might relate to the characters in the novel?
Additional Research: Find an online source that would provide more information regarding what happened in that particular case/case study. It could be a resource explaining examples more in detail that are relatable, a resource that either person could use in the future for assistance, a video related to that specific case/case/study, etc.
Court Cases Links
United States v. Hayes, 555 U.S. 415 (2009)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Giles v. California, 554 U.S. 353 (2008)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Davis v. Washington, 547 U.S. 813 (2006)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Georgia v. Randolph, 547 U.S. 103 (2006)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Castle Rock v. Gonzales, 545 U.S. 748 (2005)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Jessica Gonzales v. United StatesLinks to an external site.Links to an external site.
Case Study Links:
Domestic Violence Case Studies - Law School - University of QueenslandLinks to an external site.Links to an external site.
View TED Talk Video---TED Talk Video on InjusticeLinks to an external site.
2. Pre-Reading Group Activity for the novel, Dear Justyce
In your table groups, you will conduct research on ONE court case and ONE case study, using the links below. Document your information in a Word document following the guidelines below. You need to discuss, evaluate, and analyze AS A GROUP!!!!! You will share your results with the class. You need to include the following in your findings FOR BOTH:
Guidelines
Background: Who were the key people involved in the case? What happened? What were the causes or contributing factors to the abuse?
Legal Outcome: What was the verdict or resolution?
Systemic Insights: How did race, gender, age, or socioeconomic status play a role?
Connection to Dear Justyce: Predict how this case might relate to the characters in the novel?
Additional Research: Find an online source that would provide more information regarding what happened in that particular case/case study. It could be a resource explaining examples more in detail that are relatable, a resource that either person could use in the future for assistance, a video related to that specific case/case/study, etc.
Court Cases Links
United States v. Hayes, 555 U.S. 415 (2009)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Giles v. California, 554 U.S. 353 (2008)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Davis v. Washington, 547 U.S. 813 (2006)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Georgia v. Randolph, 547 U.S. 103 (2006)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Castle Rock v. Gonzales, 545 U.S. 748 (2005)Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Jessica Gonzales v. United StatesLinks to an external site.Links to an external site.
Case Study Links:
Domestic Violence Case Studies - Law School - University of QueenslandLinks to an external site.Links to an external site.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
### Pre-Reading Group Activity for *Dear Justyce*
**Group Research Findings**
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#### Court Case: United States v. Hayes, 555 U.S. 415 (2009)
**Background:**
- **Key People Involved:**
- Defendant: Carl Eugene Hayes
- Victim: The victim was identified as a woman in a domestic relationship with Hayes.
- **What Happened:**
- Hayes was charged with firearm possession after a history of domestic violence, violating the prohibition under the Gun Control Act for individuals convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors.
- **Causes/Contributing Factors:**
- The relationship's history, characterized by domestic abuse, was pivotal in the case. The background of violence showcases systemic issues such as inadequate responses to domestic violence by law enforcement and societal perceptions of domestic abuse.
**Legal Outcome:**
- The Supreme Court's ruling clarified the parameters of the Gun Control Act concerning the possession of firearms by individuals with misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. The Court ruled in favor of Hayes, stating that the law required a prior conviction to specifically denote violence against "current" intimate partners, which did not apply in his specific case.
**Systemic Insights:**
- **Race, Gender, Age, Socioeconomic Factors:**
- Hayes, as a male perpetrator in a domestic violence context, reflects how societal norms allow for certain leniencies for men, possibly based on race and socioeconomic status.
- Women victims often face significant barriers in the justice system, including stigmatization and lack of support.
**Connection to *Dear Justyce*:**
- The themes of justice, race, and domestic violence in the case could relate closely to the characters in *Dear Justyce*, who may confront similar societal barriers and injustices influenced by their race and socioeconomic state.
**Additional Research:**
- [Domestic Violence and Firearm Policy](https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/226305.pdf) - National Institute of Justice report detailing the intersection of domestic violence and firearm legislation.
---
#### Case Study: Domestic Violence Case Studies - University of Queensland
**Background:**
- **Key Individuals:**
- Many individuals are involved in typical domestic violence scenarios including survivors, perpetrators, law enforcement, and social work professionals.
- **What Happened:**
- Each case study outlines scenarios where domestic violence occurs, with details on emotional, physical, and psychological abuse.
- **Causes/Contributing Factors:**
- A common thread in these situations involves power dynamics, societal conditioning regarding gender roles, and economic factors influencing the perpetuation of violence.
**Legal Outcome:**
- Outcomes vary based on specific cases referenced, but many demonstrate challenges in judicial accountability where abusers are not held to strict accountability standards.
**Systemic Insights:**
- **Race, Gender, Age, Socioeconomic Aspects:**
- Case studies reflect how women are disproportionately affected by domestic violence and how their socioeconomic status can severely limit their options for seeking help.
- Race also plays a significant role in the systemic response to domestic violence, with marginalized groups facing different barriers in access to resources.
**Connection to *Dear Justyce*:**
- These case studies could enhance understanding of the systemic abuse that the characters in *Dear Justyce* face, particularly when considering the complexities of their home lives and the lack of support inherent within their communities.
**Additional Research:**
- [Domestic Violence: A Global Perspective](https://www.un.org/en/women/end-violence-against-women) - United Nations overview of domestic violence, providing statistics and insights on global contexts.
---
This document synthesizes information from the selected court case and case study, aligning our findings with the themes presented in *Dear Justyce* to facilitate discussions on the complexities of justice and societal issues the characters may face.
**Group Research Findings**
---
#### Court Case: United States v. Hayes, 555 U.S. 415 (2009)
**Background:**
- **Key People Involved:**
- Defendant: Carl Eugene Hayes
- Victim: The victim was identified as a woman in a domestic relationship with Hayes.
- **What Happened:**
- Hayes was charged with firearm possession after a history of domestic violence, violating the prohibition under the Gun Control Act for individuals convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors.
- **Causes/Contributing Factors:**
- The relationship's history, characterized by domestic abuse, was pivotal in the case. The background of violence showcases systemic issues such as inadequate responses to domestic violence by law enforcement and societal perceptions of domestic abuse.
**Legal Outcome:**
- The Supreme Court's ruling clarified the parameters of the Gun Control Act concerning the possession of firearms by individuals with misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. The Court ruled in favor of Hayes, stating that the law required a prior conviction to specifically denote violence against "current" intimate partners, which did not apply in his specific case.
**Systemic Insights:**
- **Race, Gender, Age, Socioeconomic Factors:**
- Hayes, as a male perpetrator in a domestic violence context, reflects how societal norms allow for certain leniencies for men, possibly based on race and socioeconomic status.
- Women victims often face significant barriers in the justice system, including stigmatization and lack of support.
**Connection to *Dear Justyce*:**
- The themes of justice, race, and domestic violence in the case could relate closely to the characters in *Dear Justyce*, who may confront similar societal barriers and injustices influenced by their race and socioeconomic state.
**Additional Research:**
- [Domestic Violence and Firearm Policy](https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/226305.pdf) - National Institute of Justice report detailing the intersection of domestic violence and firearm legislation.
---
#### Case Study: Domestic Violence Case Studies - University of Queensland
**Background:**
- **Key Individuals:**
- Many individuals are involved in typical domestic violence scenarios including survivors, perpetrators, law enforcement, and social work professionals.
- **What Happened:**
- Each case study outlines scenarios where domestic violence occurs, with details on emotional, physical, and psychological abuse.
- **Causes/Contributing Factors:**
- A common thread in these situations involves power dynamics, societal conditioning regarding gender roles, and economic factors influencing the perpetuation of violence.
**Legal Outcome:**
- Outcomes vary based on specific cases referenced, but many demonstrate challenges in judicial accountability where abusers are not held to strict accountability standards.
**Systemic Insights:**
- **Race, Gender, Age, Socioeconomic Aspects:**
- Case studies reflect how women are disproportionately affected by domestic violence and how their socioeconomic status can severely limit their options for seeking help.
- Race also plays a significant role in the systemic response to domestic violence, with marginalized groups facing different barriers in access to resources.
**Connection to *Dear Justyce*:**
- These case studies could enhance understanding of the systemic abuse that the characters in *Dear Justyce* face, particularly when considering the complexities of their home lives and the lack of support inherent within their communities.
**Additional Research:**
- [Domestic Violence: A Global Perspective](https://www.un.org/en/women/end-violence-against-women) - United Nations overview of domestic violence, providing statistics and insights on global contexts.
---
This document synthesizes information from the selected court case and case study, aligning our findings with the themes presented in *Dear Justyce* to facilitate discussions on the complexities of justice and societal issues the characters may face.