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This course provides a comprehensive examination of the criminal justice system, a complex network of agencies and processes established by governments to control crime and impose penalties on those who violate laws. The foundational purpose of this system is to serve as a primary mechanism for social control and the administration of justice. We will deconstruct the intricate processes involved, tracing the typical trajectory of a case from initial law enforcement contact, through the judicial and correctional phases, to eventual reintegration or release. A central focus will be placed on delineating the specific authority, responsibilities, and legal limitations inherent in each component of the system.
This course provides a comprehensive examination of the criminal justice system, a complex network of agencies and processes established by governments to control crime and impose penalties on those who violate laws. The foundational purpose of this system is to serve as a primary mechanism for social control and the administration of justice. We will deconstruct the intricate processes involved, tracing the typical trajectory of a case from initial law enforcement contact, through the judicial and correctional phases, to eventual reintegration or release. A central focus will be placed on delineating the specific authority, responsibilities, and legal limitations inherent in each component of the system.