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Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

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Criminal Procedure and Evidence (CRJ 325)

Length: 

Self-study, self-paced.

Location: 
Various; distance learning format.
Dates: 

December 2023 - Present. 

Instructional delivery format: 
Proficiency exam
Learner Outcomes: 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: Evaluate and apply the core concepts and legal doctrines related to arrest, search, and seizure procedures, ensuring compliance with constitutional standards and recognizing exceptions when applicable; Examine the complexities surrounding Miranda rights and custodial interrogations, including assessing the voluntariness of confessions and understanding the implications of procedural safeguards; Evaluate the reliability and admissibility of identification procedures such as lineups, show - ups, and photo arrays, while considering the potential impact of eyewitness testimony on trial outcomes ; Analyze and interpret pretrial procedures, including grand jury proceedings, plea bargaining, and the discovery and disclosure of evidence, while considering their implications for due process and fairness; Assess the rights and protections afforded to defendants during trial procedures such as jury selection, presentation of evidence, and rules of admissibility, while understanding the ethical and legal considerations involved; Evaluate the competency and credibility of witnesses while examining the rules and exceptions surrounding the admission of evidence, including the hearsay rule, expert testimony, and digital evidence.

Instruction: 

This course on Criminal Procedure and Evidence explores the fundamental principles, mechanisms, and challenges surrounding the criminal justice system's operation with a specific focus on due process, fairness, and the protection of individual rights. This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the constitutional frameworks, legal doctrines, and evidentiary rules that shape how criminal cases are processed, tried, and adjudicated in a court of law.

Credit recommendation: 

In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or Political Science (3/24). 

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