Maricopa Community Colleges  LET132   19962-20036 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 10/24/95
LET132 19962-20036 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 processes covered. Court cases and the litigation process with regards to enforcement personnel and custodial agencies discussed. Prerequisites: LET130
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LET132   19962-20036 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. Describe the associated stipulations of Hart vs Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO). (IV)
12. Identify the different types of force, the responsibilities of the officer and reporting procedures for each. (V)
13. List restricted offensive and defensive weapons and techniques. (V)
14. Explain the litigation process and the role of the party/witness process. (VI)
15. Explain the rights provided to victims by the Victims' Bill of Rights. (VI)
16. Identify responsibilities of enforcement personnel and the Custodial Agency. (VII)
17. Document events or occurrences in the jail facility. (VIII)
18. Identify basic techniques of report writing and the associated forms. (VIII)
19. Explain basic procedures associated with the crime scene preservation, collection of evidence and maintenance of the chain of custody. (IX)
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LET132   19962-20036 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. Hart vs MCSO
              A. Importance
              B. Prior Conditions
              C. Major Stipulations
                1. Mail
                2. Religion
                3. Court Access
                4. Food
                5. Training
                6. Medical and Dental Care
                7. Sanitary Living
                8. Overcrowding
                9. Visitation
            V. Force
                A. Types
                  1. Physical
                  2. Excessive
                  3. Deadly
                B. Restrictive Weapons
                  1. Firearms
                  2. Carotid Artery Neck Restrain
                  3. Electronic Stun Devices
                  4. Chemical Agents
                  5. Police Baton or Flashlight
                C. Reports
              VI. Courtroom Demeanor
                  A. Litigation
                    1. Pleadings
                    2. Discovery
                    3. Trial
                    4. Appeal
                  B. Depositions
                  C. Trial Testimony
                  D. Officer Coverage
                VII. Victims Rights
                    A. Substantive
                      1. Right to be Heard
                      2. Right of Notice
                      3. Right of Safety
                      4. Right of Presence
                    B. Procedural
                    C. Law Enforcement Responsibilities
                      1. Inform Victim of Rights
                      2. Notice of Terms and Conditions
                      3. Notice of Release on Bond or Escape
                      4. Notice of Prisoner Status
                      5. Initial Appearance
                  VIII. Documentation
                      A. Types
                        1. Logbooks
                        2. Referrals
                        3. Forms
                      B. Procedures for Use
                      C. Reports
                        1. Accurate
                        2. Brief
                        3. Complete
                        4. Chronological
                        5. Forms Used
                    IX. Crime Scene
                        A. Preservation
                          1. Secure Scene
                          2. Exclude Non-essential personnel
                          3. Summon Investigator
                          4. Assist Investigator
                          5. Document
                        B. Collection of Evidence
                          1. Collect
                          2. Mark
                          3. Package
                          4. Document
                        C. Chain of Custody
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