Chicago has a very serious gang crime problem. In fact, as New York and L.A. have gotten a better handle on crime, Chicago’s gang crime issue is escalating. Clearly, cities like Chicago are in need of an effective responsive criminal justice policy to address “the gang problem”.

Is there a solution to this criminal justice issue? What suggestions do you have for a local level policy or program that would reduce gang activity and gang criminal action in Chicago? In addition to your own personal suggestions, discuss an intervention attempted in one other city that was directed at addressing gang activity.