The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers invites law students from accredited law schools in the United States to submit essays for a chance to be published in The Champion magazine.
2011-2012 Essay Topic
"Tough on Crime" vs. "Smart on Crime": What's the Difference?
What is the difference between “being tough on crime” and “being smart on crime” and what impact does each have on minority communities?
Eligibility
The contest is open to all students who are enrolled in the 2011-2012 academic year and in good academic standing at an accredited law school in the United States.
Prizes
- There will be one first prize winner, one second prize winner, and one honorable mention.
- The first prize winner will have his or her winning essay published in a forthcoming edition of NACDL’s magazine, The Champion; receive a $200 cash prize; receive a free one-year student membership; and receive a certificate of recognition.
- The second prize winner will have his or her essay published in NACDL’s magazine, The Champion; receive a $100 cash prize; receive a free one-year student membership; and receive a certificate of recognition.
- The entrant who receives an honorable mention will have his or her essay published in NACDL’s magazine, The Champion; and will receive a certificate of recognition.
