SOCJ 350 The Criminal Process

This course provides an overview of the criminal process from arrest through trial and sentencing. It includes discussions of the law and procedures applicable at each stage, including classification of crimes, warrants, searches and seizures, confessions, evidence, preservation, preliminary hearings, motions, pleas, and trials. Particular crimes are treated substantively as necessary to supply examples. Practical exercises are contemplated.

Credits

3 credits

Prerequisite

SOC150, plus one additional 200-300 level SOCJ course.

Distribution

Advanced

Notes

140-UG Level 4 Advanced