Jamie L. Flexon

Jamie L. Flexon is a faculty member in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida International University (FIU). Her research focuses on criminology, juvenile delinquency, racial disparities in criminal justice, capital punishment, and psychopathy.

Education

• Ph.D., University at Albany, SUNY, Criminal Justice, 2006
• M.A., University at Albany, SUNY, Criminal Justice, 1998
• B.A., University at Albany, SUNY, Criminal Justice, 1997

Research Interests

Dr. Flexon’s scholarly work examines criminology, juvenile delinquency, criminal justice policy, and psychopathy. Her studies explore topics such as economic inequality’s impact on crime, racial disparities in policing, youth firearm access, and psychopathic traits in noninstitutionalized youth.

Scientific Contributions

• Best Paper Award (2019) from the Journal of Ethnicity in Criminal Justice

Publications and Collaborations

Dr. Flexon’s recent articles analyze intersections between race and policing, economic drivers of crime, and psychopathy in youth. She collaborates frequently with researchers like Stewart D’Alessio and Lisa Stolzenberg.

Professional Engagement

She serves on the American Bar Association’s committees (Juvenile Justice, Science Technology & Forensics) and reviews for journals including Criminology, Crime & Delinquency, and Victims & Offenders.