CRIM 233 - Law, Adjudication and Procedure

Institution:

Community College of Beaver County

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

The focus of this course is to examine the historical background and the legal principles that underlie the Courts as an integral component of the American Criminal Justice system, both differences and similarities inherent within the State and Federal Court processes will be analyzed. The procedures through which the criminal courts uphold the basic rights and liberties found in our federal Constitution will be explored. The trial court processes in both federal and state court will be emphasized as well as law enforcement procedures and constitutional safeguards of citizens prior to trial. 3-0-3

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccbc.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 480-2222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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