Lesson 01 Aim: What is Criminal Justice? Do Now: What do you think of when you hear the word CRIME?

Lesson 01 What is Crime? Crime is an act in violation of the Penal Laws of a State, County, or of the United States. Crime is also defined as; any act or conduct prejudicial to the community as a whole. The commission of such crime or act renders the person who is responsible; liable to punishment by a fine, imprisonment, or other penalty.

Who determines the definition of a crime? Lesson 01 Who determines the definition of a crime? Local, County, State, and the Federal Governments all pass laws and ordinances which constitutes CRIMES. If a person fails to act in accordance with the law set by the various governments; they have in fact committed a CRIME.

What is Criminal Procedure? Lesson 01 What is Criminal Procedure? Criminal Procedure begins with the Police and Peace Officers. In our society the police are charged with investigating crimes. Police and Peace Officers are known as Law Enforcement Officers (LEO). Their job is to respond to crimes, investigate crimes, collect evidence, make arrests, and turn the cases over to Prosecutors who will then try the case before the courts.

Criminal Procedure Law (CPL) Lesson 01 Criminal Procedure Law (CPL) Criminal Procedure Law works to protect those accused of crimes and to make sure they receive a fair and just trial. The New York State Criminal Procedure Law spells out exactly what steps must be taken when the Criminal Justice System is in operation. Violations of the CPL can lead to dismissal of all charges against the accused.

What are the most famous words in Police Work What are the most famous words in Police Work? Think of every episode of cops!

Lesson 01 Miranda Warnings In 1966, the US Supreme Court ruled that police must protect a person’s 5th and 6th Amendment rights. Commonly you may or may not hear the following if arrested; “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney present during questioning. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you. Do you understand these rights?

Police DO NOT have to read you Miranda warnings if: Lesson 01 Police DO NOT have to read you Miranda warnings if: You are talkative on your own. The evidence is strong against you and the cops do not need information from you. You are NOT being questioned. As per a 2004 Supreme Court ruling; you are only being stopped and identified by the police. Know as a stop and frisk but Officially known as Stop, Question, & Frisk