On Legal Research 05 - Sampling Methods
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset of a population to study the characteristics of the whole population. In the context of legal research, sampling can be used to study a variety of topics, such as the prevalence of crime, the effectiveness of different sentencing policies, or the attitudes of the public towards the law etc. The sampling method is a technique used to select a subset of individuals or units from a larger population to conduct statistical analysis. It is an essential aspect of research design affecting the validity and reliability of the results. Which type of sampling method to use entirely depends on the research goals and constraints. If the goal is to produce generalizable results, then probability sampling is the best choice. If the goal is to produce results quickly and cheaply, then non-...