CJK 0008 - Legal

Institution:

St. Johns River State College

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Description:

(69 Contact Hours) This course will provide a solid legal foundation from which students may function as law enforcement officers. It will provide awareness of America's legal system and the various types of laws: constitutional, statutory, ordinance, criminal, case, and civil. And, as a part of this awareness, students will learn about the amendments that affect their law enforcement duties. Further, emphasis will be placed on determining when a crime has been committed, the elements of the crime necessary to make an arrest, and what constitutes a lawful arrest. Still further, students will learn how to draft a probable cause affidavit, understand the legal rules and concepts of evidence, and be familiar with the duties and options in civil (noncriminal incidents). Students will also be able to articulate the legal justification for the use of force. Moreover, there will be instruction on the civil and criminal liability related to an officer's performance of duties. A required portion of this course will be student participation in a roleplay practicum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sjrstate.edu

Phone Number:

(386) 312-4200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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