Introduction to Criminal Justice: Practice and Process
Third Edition
Learning Objectives
As a result of reading this chapter, you will be able to
- Explain the five methods of judicial selection, and why the subject of judicial selection has come under scrutiny
- List some of the benefits, training, and challenges of judges
- Describe why courtroom civility is important, as well as the meaning of “good judging”
- Relate the major duties of prosecutors and defense attorneys (to include their roles in plea negotiation)
- List the six main actors who participate in the courtroom work group and describe the courtroom subculture