LA121 Introduction to Criminal Procedures

This course provides students  with a thorough understanding of our justice system, explains the duties and responsibilities of the law enforcement agencies, courts, and correctional departments from the time of arrest through the sentencing of the criminal offender. Avoiding confusing legalese, it addresses why we have laws and why those laws are broken, the constitutional rights of an accused, and the underlying philosophy of correctional endeavors. The course helps students gain a deeper understanding of our justice system and of the role each member must play to achieve, through teamwork, law and order for all.  Topics include, constitutional and civil rights, expanding crime problem, legal process from jury selection to sentencing,  crime causation,  Acquaints students with procedures in their area and highlights differences throughout the country. 

Procedures in the Justice System, 6/e , Gilbert B. Stuckey, Cliff Roberson,Harvey Wallace, 2001    

ISBN 0-13-016584-0