Court Systems and Practices Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

CRIJ-1306-003 Court Systems and Practices

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Course Description

This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

America’s Courts and the Criminal Justice System, David W. Neubauer, Henry F. Fradella  11^th  Edition, ISBN# 978-1-285-06194-8

Supplies

Scantrons for each test and a #2 pencil

Student Performance

Student Performance / Learning Objectives

1.Describe the American judicial systems (civil, criminal, and juvenile), their jurisdiction, development, and structure.

2.Analyze the function and dynamics of the courtroom work group.

3.Identify judicial processes from pretrial to appeal.

4 Describe the significant Constitutional Amendments, doctrines, and other sources of law in the American judicial system. 

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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Behavioral Expectations (Rules of the Classroom)

1.       Be in class on time, stay until the class is over.

2.       All cell phones, or other electronic communications devices, except laptops used solely for class note taking/presentations, are to be turned off.

4.       Sleeping in class is unacceptable and will result in loss of participation points.

5.       Come to class prepared.

6.       Common respect and courtesy toward the instructor and fellow students is required. You are not required to agree with the ideas or opinions of others but you are required to show respect to any person voicing them.

7.       Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero, removal from class and referral to the college administration.

8.       Most importantly, come prepared to ask questions and offer ideas.

9.       Any problems with the material or class should be brought to the instructor’s attention as soon as possible.

Grading Criteria

Exams:
Each student will be required to take five (5) major exams and a mandatory comprehensive final during the semester.  
Each exam and the final will carry equal weight and will all be averaged together for your final grade.

An extra 3 points may be added to your grade for perfect attendance, which means no tardies, and no leaving class early.  Additional extra credit may also be added for class participation at my discretion.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend each class on time and stay until dismissed. Students who have perfect attendance can earn up to 3 extra points on their final grade. Class participation can also earn extra points on the final grade.

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