CRJ 215 - Criminal Law and Procedure

Institution:

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

Subject:

Description:

The focus of this competency is to examine the historical background, the traditions, and the legal principles that underlie the Courts as an integral component of the American system of Criminal Justice. Both differences and similarities inherent within the State and Federal Court processes will be analyzed, and the procedures through which the criminal courts uphold the basic rights and liberties of all U.S. citizens, both victims and the accused, will be explored. A primary focus will be placed upon understanding the respective roles played by Judges, Prosecuting Attorneys, Defense Counsel, Police, and Probation Officers and other Court-related personnel in the criminal court process.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

CRJ 110

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pennhighlands.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 262-6400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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