RESEARCH TOPIC PROPOSAL OUTLINE

Proponent/s: Villar, Arjelyn E.

Rodriguez, Clarenz Granil
Balanga, Mark Robinson
Valencia, Jericho
Program: BS Criminology
Term/AY: Second Semester/ 2022-2023

Proposed Thesis Title: The impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics has had a
significant impact on criminology students in USST.

Background of the study

Drunk driving is a major cause of traffic fatalities and injuries in the United States and
around the world. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC,
2017) alone, alcohol-impaired driving killed 10,874 people in the United States. This
amounts to almost 30% of all traffic deaths for that year.

The impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics has had a significant impact on
students studying criminology. For example, a 2018 study by researchers at the University of
California, Riverside found that students who had been exposed to more information about
the dangers of drunk driving reported greater levels of knowledge about the risks associated
with this behavior, as well as greater disapproval of it.

The study also found that students who had been exposed to more information about the
consequences of drunk driving were more likely to believe that stricter laws and penalties
should be imposed on those who drive while intoxicated. This suggests that education about
the dangers of drinking and driving can have a positive effect on attitudes towards drunk
driving and could potentially reduce the number of incidents of drunk driving and associated
traffic fatalities.

In addition, a study conducted at the University of South Florida (2016) found that
students who participated in a campus-wide public education campaign about the dangers of
drunk driving had significantly improved attitudes towards the issue and were more likely to
report that they would consider alternative forms of transportation when going out for the
evening.

Overall, it is clear that education about the dangers of drunk driving can have a positive
effect on attitudes and behaviors related to this issue, which may in turn lead to reduced
accident statistics. As such, criminology students should be encouraged to engage in research
and education on this important issue in order to help make our roads safer for everyone.

Scope of the study

This study will examine the impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics on
criminology students in USST from a qualitative perspective. The research will include an
examination of the students’ perceptions of drinking and driving, the students’ understanding
of the legal consequences of drunk driving, and the students’ attitudes surrounding the
criminal justice system’s response to the problem. In addition, the research will also explore
the students’ beliefs about the effectiveness of preventive measures and the efficacy of
punishment in deterring drunk driving. Furthermore, the study will explore the students’
knowledge of the social, economic, and health consequences of drunk driving, and the extent
to which they are aware of the prevalence of the problem in the USST. Finally, the study will
investigate the students’ attitudes towards drunk driving and their particular behavior with
regards to the issue.

Research Paradigm

The researcher Aimed to determine if drunk driving is caused by accident and had a
significant impact to the Criminology student in USST.
In this study, the researcher focusses on assessment of the respondents engaged on the
impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics has had a significant impact on
criminology students in USST and it was drawn based on the findings. The research
paradigm at the study is shown in the figure 1 below

Figure 1

INPUT Output
1. What is the Factors of the
demographic profile of impact of drunk
Criminology students driving on rising
in USST: accident
1.1 Age statistics has
1.2 Gender had a significant
1.3 Address impact on
2. What kind of criminology
resources are students in
available to help USST. It also
PROCESS describe the
prevent drunk driving? Questioner and
2.1 Safe driving problem that will
interview data encounter by
practices gathering and
2.2 Driving lesson the respondents.
analysis.
2.3 Provide safety
vehicles equipment.
3. What is the
experience and type
of driver license that
have?
3.1 Professional/
nonprofessional/stude
nt permit
3.2 Traffic offenses
3.3 Driving Habits
Statement of the Problem

This research seeks to investigate the impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics
among criminology students in USST. By employing qualitative research methods, this study
aims to explore the personal experiences and motivations of criminology students who have
experienced drunk driving, as well as their awareness of the consequences of such behavior.
The findings of this research will be used to inform policies and practices to reduce such
cases of drunk driving among USST criminology students, and to better understand the
impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics in the USST.

Criminology students must also be aware of the legal implications of drunk driving and
the potential consequences for those convicted of this crime. By understanding the problem
of drunk driving and its impacts, criminology students can help to reduce drunk driving-
related accidents and improve public safety.
Specially it aims to answers the following:

1. What is the demographic profile of Criminology students in USST:

1.1 Age
1.2 Gender
1.3 Address
2. What kind of resources are available to help prevent drunk driving?
2.1 Safe driving practices
2.2 Driving lesson
2.3 Provide safety vehicles equipment
3. What is the experience and type of driver license that have?
3.1 Professional/non professional/student permit
3.2 Traffic offenses
3.3 Driving Habits

Proposed Methodology

Research Design and Methodology

This research will use a qualitative research design. This type of research is used to gain an
in-depth understanding of the participants’ perspectives on the issue of drunk driving and its
effect on rising accident statistics. The methodology for the study would involve semi-
structured interviews with criminology students at USST. The interviews will focus on the
students’ understanding of the issue and its impact on their lives. The researcher will use
open-ended questions to explore the students’ perspectives, experiences, and thoughts on the
issue. The researcher will also use a thematic analysis to analyze the results of the interviews.
Themes that emerge from the data analysis will be used to answer the research questions. The
researcher will also use a literature review to determine existing knowledge and research on
the topic.

Locale and Population

The researcher will conduct this study in USST, the Criminology student is the target
respondent because they are the number one who will get awareness and benefited in this
study.
Data Gathering Method

Qualitative research is an effective method to gather data about the impact of drunk
driving on rising accident statistics on criminology students in USST. Qualitative research
methods can involve face-to-face interviews, focus groups, surveys, or observation. Through
interviews, focus groups, and surveys, criminology students can be asked to express their
thoughts, feelings, and experiences related to the impact of drunk driving on rising accident
statistics. Through observation, researchers can note the behaviors and attitudes of the
students when discussing the topic. Qualitative research is useful in exploring the reasons
behind the impact of drunk driving on rising accident statistics on criminology students in
USST, and can help to uncover trends or patterns in the students’ responses.

Data Gathering Procedure

The researcher asked permission to the selected respondent of USST criminology student
before giving the questionnaire to selected people on USST. Upon the approval of the
respondents, the researched tabulated the data and interpreted to find out the findings that the
researcher is looking for, and to achieve the objective of this study.

Treatment of Data

Data related to drunk driving, accident statistics, and criminology students should be
treated with the utmost respect and integrity. All data should be kept confidential and treated
in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations. When collecting and analyzing data,
researchers should ensure that the data is valid, accurate, and complete. They should also
follow ethical principles such as honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect for privacy.
Additionally, statistical techniques should be used to analyze the data in order to draw
meaningful conclusions from it. Finally, the results of the research should be properly
documented and shared with the public in an appropriate and responsible manner.
 References

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February 8,2023.https://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/impaired_driving/impaired-
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020). Impaired Driving: Get the Facts.

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https://www.nij.gov/topics/crime/drunk-driving/Pages/prevent.aspx

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Indorsed by:

(JOELY CHRYSTELE DOMINGO MARIANO, Registered Criminologist)

Research Instructor

Comments/suggestions:

Noted:

(SIR RICARDO S. MARIANO, Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice)

Dean, CCJE