CRJU 2200 - The Judicial Process

Description

Provides an overview of the judicial component of the criminal justice system which focuses on the structure, role, jurisdiction, and operation of the courts and the courtroom workgroup in the adjudicatory and appellate process at the local, state, and federal levels.

Learning Objectives

• Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure of American law and its application in federal and state courts.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of courtroom work groups, with emphasis on prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the function and mobilization of criminal law, including treatment of victims and processing of defendants.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the trial process at the state and federal levels, as well as sentencing, and appellate review.
• Students will relate their knowledge to an observation in a courtroom and demonstrate the ability to write a basic observation paper using proper grammar and organizational skills.