173 Reflective Journal. Week 1: Aims of the criminal Justice system This week was essentially an introductory topic and provided me with a basic understanding of the aims and operations of the criminal justice system. I learned that there is a number of different steps within the criminal justice system and the involvement of all the parties involved such as police, judge and jury and the defence. According to John Champion the main purpose of the criminal justice system is to process and prosecute individuals who commit crimes against society and to deal out suitable punishments for these individuals. This is a pivotal part in terms of maintain the functioning of society and to ensure that people don’t go around breaking laws wherever and whenever they want.
Police Powers in the Public Services P1 – describe the difference between arrest with and without a warrant M1 – explain the requirements of lawful arrest and detention D1 – evaluate the powers of arrest, detention and search There is a legal right that allows UK citizens to arrest another person. This law is given under Section 24 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE), 1984. In order to carry out a citizen’s arrest, there are certain rules that say when you can and cannot make an arrest. If you have suspicions that someone has committed a crime, these suspicions are not enough, no matter how strong they are. You could find yourself getting into trouble with the police if you carry out an arrest that is incorrect.
Sixth principles “Police use Physical force to the extent necessary to secure observance of the law or to restore order only when the exercise of persuasion advice and warning is found to be insufficient”. A lot of police agencies get in a lot of trouble because of wrongful death or injury. You can only use deadly force when the public put the officer in danger life or harming the public. If he uses the deadly force he has to have a better reason to the chief to use that type of force. Seventh principle, “Police at all times should maintain a relationship with the public that gives realty to historic tradition that police are the public the public are police the police being only members of the public who are paid attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the
Technology has turned into a really important tool in the daily routine for policy officers. This is the reason that police candidates have to be literate in technological advances such as mapping and Comp Stat. This is a technology that maps out the city and shows the areas where most crimes occur. Technology aids police officers in identifying criminals and lookup their criminal records. Legal knowledge is very important for police officers to have an understanding in law like rules of evidence and the fourth amendment that protects individuals from illegal search and seizures.
First, he broke the department policy by not video recording the interview which was essential to built a solid case if they had confess in which he claimed the two did. Secondly, he did not have either of the young offenders guardian(s) present which was a grand mistake. Not only did he confess to intentionally crossing the line by avoiding bringing in the parents and including them in the interview he probably is also guilty of coercing them in the confession. According, to the self-incrimination clause it clearly states that any statement made by defendant(s) while in police custody before trail will be inadmissible during prosecution unless the police first warn the defendants that they have the right to remain silent, the right to consult an attorney before being questioned, the right to have an attorney present during police questioning, the right to a court appointed attorney if they cannot afford one, the right to be informed that any statement they do make can
Police Officer Accountability Accountability has become a big thing in today’s policing practices. An officer is accountable for the community, the department, and themselves (Peak, 2012). With accountability of every action they make as an officer puts more strain and concern on them as an officer and can interfere with the officer’s split- decision making process. The first question I need to respond to as part of this exercise is In a situation where an officer is forced to make a split second decision for example when in pursuit, what are the ramifications of that decision in relation to accountability that officer. In a situation as this the the accountability of the officer includes maintaining public safety, as well as the offenders, abide by the law in apprehending the offender that put everyone around in danger, that was left to you to uphold, and ensure the reasoning for the pursuit is identifiable to be held up in court.
The Ten Principles of community policing, are as follows: 1 Community policing is both a way of thinking, and an organizational strategy of how to carry out the philosophy within your department. Police and community must work together to come up with creative ways to solve crimes to improve the quality of life within the community. The people are encouraged to have input towards the policing process, to serve as a bridge between police and community. It gives us the chance and opportunity to include others, and be creative in our ways of policing. 2.
(Grant and Terry, pp. 509, 2008) Next is a strategic crime analysis, the use of this analysis is to be able to focus on the goals of long-term crime trends of a community. (Grant and Terry, pp. 509, 2008) By using this method of analysis it helps officers to be able to come up with a plan of action to address the problems that they have been facing. (Grant and Terry.
Police departments must actively work with these government agencies when dealing with crime. It is imperative for these agencies to share information with each other to prevent larger crimes from happening i.e. human trafficking, terrorism, and drug cartels. Police practices are affected because their policy is determined by the higher
Also as defined by Young (2011), “Police discretion is the capacity an individual police officer possesses to make a choice among a number of possible courses of action”. Whichever term is deemed best, discretion is essential to criminal justice. Bernice B. Young, B.A., describes discretionary authority as, “One of the most critical and different exercises of power for law enforcement in America today” (2011). Discretion can include making your own decisions, following your gut, and personal input.