Examines police activities and their relationship to the criminal justice system. 3 CR A study of investigative techniques, sources of information and an analysis of the relationships of investigative units with other law enforcement units and agencies. An explanation and analysis of the rules of evidence. Examines court decisions concerning the rights of citizens and the rules for giving testimony and the protecting and safeguarding of evidence. Presents an overview of administrative procedures, corporate management structures and corporate management philosophy.
Attention is given to the use of surveillance systems, alarm devices and protective services.
The impact of organized crime on major crimes also is assessed. Public Safety Personnel 3 CR Examines the concepts and techniques used by criminal justice practitioners in handling crisis situations. Deals with limited, on-site, crisis intervention provided by those first to respond. CR Examines the criminal courts as the fulcrum of the criminal justice system. Emphasis on the actual mechanics of the system and the decision making of its functionaries.