Crime and Criminal Justice: Concepts and Controversies
Second Edition
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the differences between the criminal courts and the civil courts
- Identify the different types of jurisdiction that impact how courts hear cases
- Describe the typical structure of the state and federal court systems
- Discuss the various actors in the court system and their duties
- Identify the different forms of bail and discuss issues with this process
- Explain how a case moves through the trial process