APA Style.ppt Essay Test Question.docx Essay reading guide US Gov.docx Kristin Case study.pdf Case study book info.docx Using the reading (Kristin Case Study), you will write a 750 word paper addressing the Essay Question (called Test Question). You can use the Essay Reading guide to help you think of the issues in this case and how to answer the essay question. The paper must be written in APA style. A PowerPoint explaining APA is attached and we will cover this in class as well.

Kristin’s Case Study Name Institution Course and Code Professor Date Kristin’s Case Study According to the case, what are the sources of bureaucratic failure? The bureaucratic failures in Kristin Lardner's case stem from a multitude of sources, as evidenced by the breakdowns within the criminal justice system and related agencies. One key causes of bureaucratic failure is the lack of effective communication and collaboration among various entities, including probation departments, municipal courts, and law enforcement agencies. Indeed, information about Cartier’s behavior and risks posed to individuals like Kristin was not adequately shared or acted upon, despite his extensive criminal history and repeated violations of probation and restraining orders (Stillman, 2000). This failure to coordinate efforts allowed Cartier to exploit gaps in the system, evade appropriate consequences for his actions, and ultimately escalate his violence unchecked. Ideal organizations should be unified, precise, and speedy in their operations according to Max Weber's conceptualization of bureaucracy (Serpa & Ferreira, 2019). However, in Kristin's case, the bureaucratic structures within the criminal justice system were disjointed, sluggish, and uncoordinated, hindering effective responses to the mounting threat Cartier posed. Kristin’s case also highlights deficiencies in quality management and accountability within the criminal justice system. There was a lack of proactive measures to address Cartier’s behavior and protect potential victims despite the clear pattern of violence and risk he presented (Stillman, 2000). To enhance organizational effectiveness, quality management principles emphasize the importance of continuou...