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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec Examines the mind, motives, and methods of serial killers. This course is a criminology course as it studies the reasons and causations of such horrific crimes and develops theories on profiling, investigation, and understanding the criminals who commit such overwhelming crimes of lust murders over and over again.
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6.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec This course defines the characteristics of good law enforcement reports and field notes. The importance and uses of both are discussed. The proper form, style, and procedures for writing various reports are described and practiced. Techniques for developing a complete descriptive narrative are provided and practiced. Elements of composition, required substance, proper and improper conclusions, and descriptions of persons and property are explained. Practice in taking notes and writing reports is emphasized, and proficiency must be demonstrated. Students are also introduced to samples of report writing in other non-police components of the criminal justice system. The use of computers in report writing is also discussed. This course will partially fulfill the AZPOST requirements for academic certification as a Peace Officer. PRE: AJS 109, AJS 275 and 6 credits of ENG 100 or higher
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec The course is intended for those students desiring intensive study of Arizona Substantive Traffic Law (ARS Title 28), traffic collision investigation techniques, impaired driver investigation and enforcement procedures, and the traffic citation process. This course will partially fulfill the AZPOST requirements for academic certification as a Peace Officer. PRE: AJS 101 and AJS 109
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec Examines the structure, function, and organization of American criminal courts as well as specialized courts within the criminal justice system. Judicial procedures and the roles of legal actors including judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and court employees are studied. The rights of defendants and victims, the role of plea bargaining, the operation of juries, trials, and sentencing, and contemporary controversial legal issues are examined.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec Examines the history and development of juvenile justice theories, procedures, and institutions.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec This course examines the variety of correctional programs for juvenile offenders who have been adjudicated delinquent. Juvenile probation and community-based corrections programs including day treatment centers, intermediate sanctions, boot camps, and home confinement are studied. Institutional confinement in secure and non-secure facilities is studied. Issues of placement and management of juvenile offenders in adult correctional settings are also addressed.
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1.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec An examination of the courtroom environment through the study of courtroom procedures used in courts of general and original jurisdiction. Mock trial methods are studied to prepare students in case preparation and presentation at mock adversary hearings. Students are expected to participate in simulated mock trial proceedings in the classroom. PRE: ENG 101 eligibility or appropriate reading score
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2.00 Credits
2 cr, 1 lec, 2 lab An advanced course designed for students to apply knowledge gained in Court Procedures 1 and other courses through scheduled mock trial practices and competitions. Students will be expected to work extensively on case preparation and oral argument presentations, to participate in group activity and team building, and to compete in mock trial proceedings. Students will act as lawyers or witnesses during pretrial conferences and trial proceedings including opening statements, direct and cross examinations of witnesses, and closing arguments. PRE: AJS 217 and instructor's permission
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec Studies deviance, society's role in defining behavior, theories of criminality, the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime, and the relationships between statistics and crime victimization.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr, 3 lec Examines the theories of procedures and methods of operations of public police with emphasis on discretionary powers. Career opportunities and current trends in law enforcement.
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