Advanced Criminal Investigations

Catalog description

This course will build on principles learned in CJ 230 Principles of Investigation. Students will examine more in-depth issues related to the investigation of crime scenes. The course will review the constitutional protections offered by the Fourth Amendment and consider the role they play in maintaining the integrity of the crime scene, search, and any evidence seized. Students will also experience hands on application of these principles, through use of mock crime scenes, simulated investigations, and mock interviews and interrogations, as well as discuss the various parties they may encounter at crime scenes. Prerequisites: CJ 110 and CJ 230