Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper describing the importance of research as it relates to policy development within the field of criminal justice. Address each of the following:

• Identify the purposes and types of policies within the field of criminal justice.
• Describe the relationship between research and policy development.
• Provide examples of how research can assist policy makers by informing their policy decisions.
• Identify two examples of policies that were developed within the past 10 years that resulted from research within the field of criminal justice.

Include at least four peer-reviewed references.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines, using a minimum of three peer reviewed sources (including your assigned readings