The main emphasis is on the system and the relationships among the police, juvenile court, juvenile probation, correctional institutions, juvenile parole, and juvenile rights. I, this course places emphasis on constitutional foundations and restraints on the exercise of government power. The case study method is used, emphasizing decisions of the United States Supreme Court in areas of basic rights and liberties pertinent to arrest and restraint, rights to counsel, search and seizure, freedom of speech, due process, the role of the judiciary involvement in the rule of law. An in-depth analysis of correctional law and legal cases involving correctional practices and administration. Organization and function of law enforcement agencies.
Analysis is made of the most effective management theories and practices.
Emphasizes supervisory functions in jail and prison settings, including staff selection and development, decision-making, and staff morale all within the overall context of the prison social structure. The evaluation of evidence through the use of forensic science. Practical experience is achieved through actual laboratory experiments. A comprehensive survey of the police patrol function, its history and development. Patrol force distribution and comparative effectiveness of several patrol methods are emphasized.