7-2 Final Project Submission: Case Analysis Portfolio
To be an effective criminal justice practitioner, one must understand the evolution of criminal law and the criminal justice system. One needs to know not only how a criminal statute is developed but also how it applies in the field. It is vital that an awareness exists of all aspects of criminal law—including how to conduct a proper arrest, how to use emerging technology in conducting investigations, how U.S. Supreme Court rulings are applied, and how case preparation is done. One must be cognizant of the available defenses as well as the criminal states of mind. Although there are many opportunities within the criminal justice field, the tie that binds them is criminal law, and a solid comprehension is a necessity for success. The final project for this course will allow you to see yourself in a range of criminal justice practitioner roles. Each position will require you to address different issues and concerns indicative of that area of criminal justice—some requiring research, others requiring you to apply methods of inquiry, all leading to the creation of a case analysis portfolio.
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Case Analysis Portfolio
Miranda Laws
The criminal justice system has experienced significant evolution, key among the developments being in the treatment of suspects through the Miranda vs. Arizona decision. Notably, the case was so significant to the justice system that it even attracted attention from the political class in the society (Zalman, 2010). The decision largely focused on the interpretation of the fifth amendment with respect to the protection of the rights of people apprehended with a possible criminal record. Despite their supposed legal violations, the justice system needs to treat them as citizens, which implies that they enjoy the protection offered to everyone through the Fifth Amendment. Consequently, it has influenced the approach to getting information from suspects, and the procedure followed after arrests.
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