Introduction to Criminal Justice- CJ 111

This chapter describes the use of force and the problems police face. The police are judged by the public and this civil liability is explained. All technologies police use are introduced.

This chapter describes the transition from a citizen to a patrol officer by teaching about the academy training process and personality types needed for the job.

This chapter explains the English roots of policing terms, along with the federal agencies in the system, such as the Department of Homeland Security, Justice, etc. State and Local agencies are also introduced.

This chapter introduces ways to research crime statistics; such as, the Uniform Crime Report, National Incident Based Reporting System, and the National Crime Victimization Survey.

This chapter differentiates between common law, criminal law, and civil law. Substantive and Procedural law is also explained. The essential elements of a crime are introduced, as well as the hierarchy of law. Each type of felony and misdemeanor are defined and described.

This chapter introduces basic criminal justice concepts, including: three strikes law, due process model, crime control model, politics, civilian response, sentencing, sanctions, corrections, and the wedding cake model.

list of essential court cases introduced in criminal justice

This chapter introduces the history of the juvenile justice system, as well as the Unique Philosophy, Principles and Goals of the system.

Alternatives to incarceration are explained, along with the Origins of Probation and Parole and how they've transformed to be how they are today. These notes answer the question: do probation and parole work? Functions of Probation and Parole Officers and intermediate sanctions are explored. Other ...

These notes explore the roles of jail personnel, prison correctional officers and evolving roles, training and selection of officers. The officers' duties are compiled in a list within these notes, along with the issues of prison governance. Prisoners’ Constitutional Rights and deprivations are e...

The difference between prison, jail and corrections is explained. Factors contributing to corrections populations, Philosophy of Corrections, Classification of inmates and technologies of prisons are discussed. All levels of prisons are described.

The four goals of punishment are explained: retribution, deterrence, incapacitation, and rehabilitation. Factors influencing punishment, Models, methods, and reforms are also described. Types of Sentences to Be Served are also introduced: determinate, indeterminate, concurrent, and consecutive. Fede...

These notes include: selection Methods for judges, Jurists’ Benefits, Training and Challenges, attorneys, courtroom civility, and indigent services.