Live Poster Session: Zoom Link
Marcus Leong
Hi everyone! I’m a first-year at Wesleyan intending to major in Computer Science. To me, QAC classes are fun because I get to explore different hypotheses and use data to tell a story. In my free time, you can find me trying new donut flavors at Neil’s Donuts or cozying up in Olin Library!
Abstract: The relationship between demographic factors—specifically age, sex, and race—and the proportion of vehicles searched was especially interesting. Did the police officers’ perception of race, and later knowing the age and sex of the driver influence whether they conduct a search? And how was this then influenced by whether it is daytime or nighttime, where it may be more difficult for officers to see the driver or cause them to have certain suspicions? From previous literature, it appears that in general, nighttime drivers are more likely to be searched than daytime drivers. Conclusions drawn indicate that certain demographics are more likely to be searched in the nighttime, but not seen specifically for each breakdown, which this study explores.
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