CJUS 412 - Criminal Prosecution & Defense

Institution:

University of South Dakota

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Description:

Presents a behavioral and legal analysis of criminal case concepts, such as initial appearance, bail, preliminary hearing, grand jury, arraignment, suppression hearings, trial and sentencing, emphasizing bail reform, plea bargaining, screening, diversion, speedy trial, insanity defense, discovery, and the role of the defense attorney, prosecutor, and judge. The court system is examined as a social institution of human actors, exercising discretion within the boundaries of the law. Credits: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.USD.EDU

Phone Number:

(605) 677-5301

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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