Maricopa Community Colleges  LET132   20064-20072 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/23/06
LET132 20064-20072 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Introduction to Correctional Law
Introduction to the legal and constitutional rights of inmates. Pre-trial, sentencing, and probation processed covered. Court cases with regards to enforcement personnel and custodial agencies discussed. Also covers inmate discipline and types of force.
Prerequisites: LET130.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
LET132   20064-20072 Introduction to Correctional Law
1. Identify the Federal Circuit Court with jurisdiction over Arizona. (I)
2. Define the concept of precedents. (I)
3. Describe pre-trial, sentencing and probation processes. (II)
4. Identify the primary functions of a Grand Jury. (II)
5. List legitimate correctional justification for restricting inmates' rights. (III)
6. List constitutional rights retained by inmates. (III)
7. List the key factors in prison discipline. (III)
8. Describe the steps in "due process". (III)
9. Identify types of lawsuits an inmate may file. (III)
10. Describe the fundamental procedures associated with an inmate disciplinary system. (III)
11. Identify the different types of force, the responsibilities of the officer and reporting procedures for each. (IV)
12. List various restricted offensive and defensive weapons. (IV)
13. Identify situations when restricted weapons may be used. (IV)
14. Explain liability issues concerning use of force and weapons in the facility. (IV)
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LET132   20064-20072 Introduction to Correctional Law
    I. Law
        A. Importance to Officers
        B. History
          1. Constitution
          2. Legislature
          3. Agencies
          4. Courts
        C. Courts
          1. State
          2. Federal
          3. Circuits
        D. Precedents
          1. Definition
          2. Importance
      II. Criminal Justice System
          A. Definitions
          B. Procedures
            1. Pre-trial
            2. Sentencing
            3. Probation
          C. Grand Jury
            1. Composition
            2. Responsibility
            3. Procedures
        III. Inmates
            A. Rights
              1. Constitutional Amendments
              2. Restriction
              3. Privacy Issues
              4. Health Care
            B. Due Process
              1. Written Notice
              2. Present Witness
              3. Present Evidence
              4. Confront and Cross Examine Accusers
              5. Impartial Judge
              6. Appeal Process
              7. Due Process
              8. Double Jeopardy
            C. Discipline
              1. Non Abusive
              2. Restraints
              3. Liabilities
              4. Due Process
              5. Equal Protection
              6. Warnings
              7. Inmate Disciplinary System
              8. Major/Minor Offenses
              9. Reports
            D. Lawsuits
              1. Types
              2. Officer Liability
              3. Officer Procedures
              4. Habeas Corpus
          IV. Force
              A. Types
                1. Physical
                2. Excessive
                3. Deadly
              B. Use of Force
                1. Level
                2. Justification
              C. Restrictive Weapons
                1. Firearms
                2. Carotid Artery Neck Restrain
                3. Electronic Stun Devices
                4. Chemical Agents
                5. Police Baton or Flashlight
              D. Liability Issues
              E. Reports
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