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Department Chair: Rand Padgett
Department Location: bldg
Department Phone: 760-245-4271 Ext 2710
Department Email: rand.padgett@vvc.edu
Division: School of Public Safety & Industrial Technology
Division Dean: McKenzie Tarango
Division Location: Bldg 64 Courtyard
Division Phone: 760-245-4271 Ext 2412
Division Email: mckenzie.tarango@vvc.edu

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All areas of Criminal of Justice require that individuals possess the personal and physical qualities essential to become effective peace officers. Many employment opportunities currently exist for individuals desiring entrance into law enforcement and corrections related fields at various governmental levels. Security and corrections are fast-growing professions. Individuals interested in these professions should understand that the work is demanding, requiring a combination of training, education, and experience, along with mental and physical stamina.

The Criminal Justice program is designed to develop a student’s understanding of the various operational functions within the criminal justice system. The educational emphasis will be the examination of crime causation, functions of law enforcement, criminal court system, and corrections. Students majoring in this subject area can prepare themselves for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and security at both the operational and administrative levels.

Career Opportunities

Communication Technician, Correctional Officer, Criminalist, Criminologist, Deputy Sheriff, Forensic Technician, Juvenile Correctional Officer, Police Officer, Probation Officer, Security Manager, Security Officer, Special Agent/Investigator, Deputy Coroner, School Police Officer, Reserve Police Officer/Sheriff's Deputy

Careers in the criminal justice field are found at the federal, state, county, and city levels.

Careers at the state, county, or city level usually require a high school diploma, but an associate’s degree is preferable. Careers in law enforcement usually start with Police Academy Training. The modular format provides the opportunity to become a reserve officer while completing Module II and III of training. A Module I graduate may elect to become a reserve officer or may apply for a full-time position with a law enforcement agency in California.

Careers in Forensics - the application of science and technology to the analysis of physical evidence - may be entered through the Crime Scene Investigation course CJ 67 Crime Scene Investigation and the Fingerprint Recognition and Classification course CJ 31 Fingerprint Recognition & Classification. CSU Los Angeles offers Criminalistics, MA degree.  CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice

Faculty

Padgett, Rand

Transfer

  • California State University, San Bernardino: Criminal Justice major
  • University of California Riverside Extension

Local Bachelors Programs - Visit the Four-Year Universities in the High Desert website.

  • Brandman University, Victor Valley Campus: Criminal Justice major
  • Park University, Victor Valley: Criminal Justice major

For the most up-to-date information on these programs and others, visit assist.org. Please stop by the Transfer Center in Building 23 or make an appointment with a counselor if you have questions.

Criminal Justice, AS (04967)

The Criminal Justice major requires 18 units from any of the certificates or from any Criminal Justice coursework.  CJ 138 Cooperative Education of Criminal Justice may be used as elective credit but may not be used to fulfill major requirements.

To earn this degree, complete the major coursework with “C” grades or better and all of the following graduation requirements: 60 minimum degree-applicable units (including a maximum 4 units of activity); 2.0 minimum overall GPA; 12 degree-applicable units through VVC; Information Competency; Global Citizenship; Kinesiology, and the VVC General Education pattern. Courses may count in one area only, either in the major or in a general education category. Courses counted in one AA/AS major may not be used in another AA/AS major.

Administration of Justice, AS-T (31296)​

The program leading to the Associate in Science for Transfer in Administration of Justice is designed to acquaint pre-service and in-service students with the principles and practices of criminal justice systems in America.  Students will be prepared to work in a variety of fields, including: public law enforcement agencies such as municipal police, probation officers, county deputy sheriffs, correction- al officers, game wardens, state parks, and private security.  Students completing the AS-T in Administration of Justice will be able to transfer to the California State University system and be prepared to study in the following areas: Administration of Justice, Law Enforcement, Correctional Science, Social Science/Criminology, Forensics, and Pre-Law.

To earn this degree complete the major coursework listed here with “C” grades or better and the following graduation requirements: 60 CSU transferable units; either the CSU General Education or IGETC pattern; the Basic/Golden 4 requirements; and a 2.0 minimum overall CSU GPA. Courses used in the major may also be counted in the general education areas. Courses used for this major may also be used to earn other degrees at VVC.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 101Introduction to Criminal Justice3.0
CJ 103Criminal Law3.0
List A
Complete two courses from the following:6.0
CJ 102
Criminal Trial Processes
CJ 104
Legal Aspects of Evidence
CJ 132
Introduction to Corrections
CJ 135
Juvenile Law & Procedures
CJ 145
Introduction to Criminal Investigations
CJ 150
Introduction to Forensic Science
CJ 201
Community and the Justice System
List B
Complete two courses from the following:6.0
BADM 103
Financial Accounting Fundamentals
CIS 101
Computer Literacy
GEOG 101
Introduction to Physical Geography
GEOG 101L
Geography 1 Laboratory
GEOG 102
Introduction to Cultural Geography
MATH 120
Introduction to Statistics
or MATH 120H
Honors Introduction to Statistics
or MATH 120S
Introduction to Statistics With Skills Support
PSYC 101
Introductory Psychology
PSYC 215
Introduction to Statistics in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Or, any CSU transferable Criminal Justice lower division course, Or, courses outside of the Criminal Justice discipline that are articulated as lower division major preparation for the Criminal Justice/Criminology major at any CSU.
Total Units18

Autopsy Assistant Trainee Exam

Students who wish to take the Autopsy Assistant Trainee exam to seek positions as trainees or interns should take CJ 67 Crime Scene Investigation, CJ 145 Introduction to Criminal Investigations; ALDH 139 Medical Terminology; BIOL 211 Human Anatomy (prerequisite: BIOL 107 Introduction to Human Biology); and PHOT 101 Intermediate Photography.

Campus Law Enforcement Course: PC 832.3 Certificate of Career Preparation

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 8PC 832.3 Campus Law Enforcement2.0
Total Units2

Correctional Science Certificate of Achievement (40924)

This certificate prepares students for a career at the federal, state, or local government level at a correctional facility.

Course List
Code Title Units
CJ 92Writing for Criminal Justice3.0
CJ 103Criminal Law3.0
CJ 127Introduction to Criminology3.0
CJ 132Introduction to Corrections3.0
CJ 201Community and the Justice System3.0
Total Units15

Corrections Officer Core Course Certificate of Career Preparation

Prepares the student to meet the legal requirements established by Standards and Training for Corrections (STC), in order to be employed as a city or county correctional officer.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 64Basic Corrections Officer Academy8.5
Total Units8.5

Criminal Justice Certificate of Achievement (20548)

Prepares the student for a variety of employment opportunities within the Criminal Justice System. Employment opportunities include Corrections, Law Enforcement, Traffic Enforcement, Probation, Parole, Security, Prevention Loss officer, and related Social Worker positions.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 92Writing for Criminal Justice3.0
CJ 93Traffic Enforcement and Investigation3.0
CJ 101Introduction to Criminal Justice3.0
CJ 102Criminal Trial Processes3.0
CJ 103Criminal Law3.0
CJ 104Legal Aspects of Evidence3.0
CJ 127Introduction to Criminology3.0
CJ 201Community and the Justice System3.0
Total Units24

Fingerprint Recognition and Classification Certificate of Career Preparation

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 31Fingerprint Recognition & Classification2.5
Total Units2.5

Forensic Specialist Certificate of Career Preparation

This certificate meets the standards required of a Forensic Specialist whose duties include processing evidence at crime scenes, packaging and transporting evidence to a crime lab, and testifying in court. The certificate requirements meet the standards set by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training and the College Advisory Committee.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 67Crime Scene Investigation3.5
Total Units3.5

Law Enforcement Module III Basic Course Certificate of Career Preparation

This certificate will be awarded to students who have successfully completed the Level III Modulated Course. This course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 80Module III Law Enforcement Basic Course6.5
Total Units6.5

Law Enforcement Module II Basic Course Certificate of Career Preparation

This certificate will be awarded to students who have successfully completed the Level II Modulated Course. This course is certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 80Module III Law Enforcement Basic Course6.5
CJ 81Module II Law Enforcement Basic Course9.5
Total Units16

PC 832 Firearms Only Certificate of Career Preparation

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 30PC 832 Firearms0.5
Total Units0.5

PC 832 Laws of Arrest Course Certificate of Career Preparation

Prepares the student to meet the minimum requirements as a non-designated Level III Reserve Peace Officer, or, as a designated limited-duty peace officer. This certificate program complies with the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 58PC 832 Laws of Arrest3.0
Total Units3

Police Technician Specialist Certificate of Career Preparation

Prepares the student for a variety of employment opportunities with any Law Enforcement Agency, in a civilian capacity, as a Forensic Specialist or as an Evidence Technician.

Course List
Code Title Units
Required Courses
CJ 67Crime Scene Investigation3.5
CJ 92Writing for Criminal Justice3.0
CJ 93Traffic Enforcement and Investigation3.0
CJ 103Criminal Law3.0
CJ 201Community and the Justice System3.0
Total Units15.5

Criminal Justice Courses

CJ 8  PC 832.3 Campus Law Enforcement  (2.0 Units)  

This course complies with the state requirements for K-12 and Community College peace officer training per Penal Code 832.3g, certified by the state Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. This course includes the role and responsibilities of campus police, search and seizure, student discipline and records, Crimes against persons and property, mandatory reporting of child abuse, and Disaster Preparedness. This course does not apply to the Associate Degree.

Lecture Hours: 36.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 30  PC 832 Firearms  (0.5 Units)  

This course satisfies the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) firearms certification for PC 832. Additional, this course exceeds the State of California firearms safe handling and use certification required from any person purchasing a firearm in California. This course does not apply to the Associate Degree. Pass/No Pass.

Lab Hours: 27.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 31  Fingerprint Recognition & Classification  (2.5 Units)  

This course is designed to give instruction and training to a person without any prior knowledge in fingerprint classification. Every person who successfully completes this course will be able to recognize and identify a known fingerprint and have the skills to recognize and identify an unknown fingerprint to known fingerprint. This course does not apply to the Associate Degree. Pass/No Pass.

Lecture Hours: 45.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 58  PC 832 Laws of Arrest  (3.0 Units)  

This course complies with the requirements of the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training for certification in PC 832. This course includes professionalism, law, evidence, investigation, arrest methods and control, community relations, and communication skills for interviewing and interrogation. Pass/No Pass.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 64  Basic Corrections Officer Academy  (8.5 Units)  

This course satisfactorily meets the requirements of section 1020 of the California Administrative code, Minimum Jail Standards and the Basic Jail/Adult Institution requirements of the Standardized Training for Corrections. program through the BSCC (Bureau of State and Community Corrections).

Lecture Hours: 126.00; Lab Hours: 81.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 67  Crime Scene Investigation  (3.5 Units)  

This course will focus on the technical aspects of evidence collection, crime scene reconstruction, crime scene photography, evidence packaging, and courtroom testimony. This course will prepare the student to distinguish between trace, stain, and impression evidence and the role of these types of evidence in criminal investigations.

Lecture Hours: 63.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 76  Level III Pre-Academy Orientation  (0.5 Units)  

This course is a pre-academy orientation to CJ 80 and is intended to prepare the student for the strenuous and academically challenging academy they are about to undertake. Students must complete an academy application packet to include a DOJ live scan, Medical Clearance, and other associated forms.

Lecture Hours: 9.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 77  Level II Pre-Academy Orientation  (0.5 Units)  

This course is a pre-academy orientation to CJ 81 and is intended to prepare the student for the strenuous and academically challenging academy they are about to undertake. Students must complete an academy application packet to include a DOJ live scan, Medical Clearance, and other associated forms.

Lecture Hours: 9.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 80  Module III Law Enforcement Basic Course  (6.5 Units)  

This course complies with the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements for the Module III Law Enforcement Basic Course. This course includes professionalism and ethics, criminal law, laws of arrest and search and seizure, report writing, vehicle operations, use of force and force options, chemical agents, and firearms training. State Mandated.

Lecture Hours: 90.00; Lab Hours: 81.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 81  Module II Law Enforcement Basic Course  (9.5 Units)  

This course includes community relations, victimology, crimes against property and persons, crimes against children, specific sex crimes, search and seizure law, investigative report writing, crimes in progress and patrol tactics, use of force, defensive tactics, and firearms training.

Prerequisite(s): CJ 80, Minimum grade C, and DOJ Criminal Record Clearance. Must have completed Module III within three years and passed the End of Course Final Exam within one year.

Lecture Hours: 135.00; Lab Hours: 108.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 92  Writing for Criminal Justice  (3.0 Units)  

Techniques of communicating facts, information, and ideas effectively in a simple, clear, and logical manner in the various types of criminal justice system reports: letters, memoranda, directives, and administrative reports with an emphasis on criminal justice terminology in note taking and report writing.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 93  Traffic Enforcement and Investigation  (3.0 Units)  

A study of the fundamentals of accident investigation and reconstruction employing the principles of crime scene initial survey, evidence collection, skid mark analysis, and interviewing techniques. Includes the study and application of the California Vehicle Code and CHP traffic collision manual.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Not transferable

CJ 101  Introduction to Criminal Justice  (3.0 Units)  

This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the US. Focus is placed on examing crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, responses to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. This couse will examine the evolution and practices of the police, courts, corrections and their respective role players. This course will examine the ethics, education and training requirements for the respective role players in the criminal justice system. C-ID: AJ 110.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU

CJ 102  Criminal Trial Processes  (3.0 Units)  

Legal processes from pre-arrest through trial, sentencing and correctional procedures. An analysis of ethical decisions made by police, prosecutors, defense attorney, and the judiciary; conceptual interpretations of criminal trial procedural law as reflected in court decisions. A study of case law methodology and case research as the decisions impact upon the procedures of the justice system. C-ID: AJ 122.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 103  Criminal Law  (3.0 Units)  

This course offers an analysis of the doctrines of criminal liability in the US and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. Special emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, general elements of crime, the definitions of common and statutory law, and the nature of acceptable evidence. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law. The completion of this course offers a foundation upon which upper-division criminal justice course will build. This course also includes criminal culpability and defenses to crimes. C-ID: AJ 120.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU

CJ 104  Legal Aspects of Evidence  (3.0 Units)  

Origin, development, philosophy, and constitutional basis of evidence; constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure; kinds and degrees of evidence and rules governing admissibility and exclusion; judicial decisions interpreting individual rights and case studies viewed from a conceptual level. C-ID: AJ 124.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 127  Introduction to Criminology  (3.0 Units)  

An introduction to major types of criminal behavior, characteristics of offenders, factors which contribute to crime and delinquency. An examination of the criminal justice process; the function of law enforcement, the courts, probation, parole and institutions. Explore the changes in crime control and treatment processes, the role of society.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU

CJ 132  Introduction to Corrections  (3.0 Units)  

A survey of the field of correctional science. Historical development, current concepts and practice; explanations of criminal behavior; functions and objectives of the criminal justice system concerned with institutional, probation, and parole processes as they modify the offender's behavior; survey of professional career opportunities in public and private institutions. C-ID: AJ 200.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 135  Juvenile Law & Procedures  (3.0 Units)  

An overview and history of the Juvenile Justice System that evolved in the American Justice System. This course examines the sociological theories of delinquency, constitutional rights of juveniles, investigative procedures regarding juveniles, and the judicial proceedings of juveniles from intake to custodial resolutions. C-ID: AJ 220.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 138  Cooperative Education of Criminal Justice  (1-8 Units)  

Cooperative Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. Cooperative Education is a 16-, 12-, or 8-week course that enables students to receive college credit for paid or unpaid work opportunities. This course helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. The course is ideal for students who are cross-training at their current worksite for upward mobility or seeking career changes, as well as those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences such as through an internship. Cooperative Education transforms community businesses, industries, and public agencies into expanded educational training laboratories. Credit is awarded on the basis of learning objectives completed and the number of hours the student trains. Students must create/complete new learning objectives each semester they enroll. Students may utilize their present work sites.

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 145  Introduction to Criminal Investigations  (3.0 Units)  

This course explores the techniques, procedures, and ethical issues in the investigation of crime, including organization of the investigative process, crime scene searches, interviewing and interrogating, surveillance, source of information, utility of evidence, scientific analysis of evidence and the role of the investigator in the trial process. C-ID: AJ 140.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 148  Special Topics  (0.5-3 Units)  

Special Topics

Lecture Hours: 54.00; Lab Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 150  Introduction to Forensic Science  (3.0 Units)  

This course introduces the role of forensics in the criminal justice system. The course includes: crime scene processes and analysis; interpretation of patterns for reconstruction; physical pattern evidence; fingerprint identification and patterns; questioned document examination; toolmarks and firearms examination; biological evidence and DNA; arson and explosives evidence, and drug analysis. C-ID: AJ 150.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

CJ 201  Community and the Justice System  (3.0 Units)  

This course examines the complex, dynamic relationship between communities and the justice system in addressing crime and social conflict with an emphasis on the challenges and prospects of administering justice within a diverse multicultural population. Topics may include ethics, consensus and conflicting values in culture, religion,and law. C-ID: AJ 160.

Lecture Hours: 54.00

Transfer: Transfers to CSU only

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are statements of the kind of learning a program hopes a student will achieve. The PLOs describe the knowledge, skills, problem-solving, communication and values that apply to all certificates and/or degrees within that program. 

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

1. Critically analyze and evaluate behaviors and situations for violations of criminal law and examine appropriate defenses.

2. Analyze and assess the several theories for crime causation and apply the theories of crime causation to specific criminal offenders.

3. Critically analyze situations and issues that develop within the Criminal Justice environment evolving from a culturally diverse society.

4. Assess the role of punishment and the emergence of the Penal Institutions; compare and contrast the various types of punishments and assess the future of corrections.

5. Critically analyze the Constitutional Rights of Prisoners in Penal Institutions; evaluate the policy and procedures Penal Institutions employ in order to protect the Constitutional Rights of Prisoners.

6. Critically analyze sociological, psychological, and social structure theories of crime causation; distinguish between male and female sub-cultures; relate theories of crime causation to specific crimes.

7. Critically analyze the emergence of criminal laws in the US Criminal Justice System; evaluate the elements to specific crimes against persons, property, morals, public order, and justice system.

8. Critically examine and evaluate the types of evidence, admissibility of evidence given fourth and fifth amendment restrictions; analyze exceptions to the exclusionary rule.

9. Critically assess the impact that stereo-typing, offensive labeling, group identification, verbal and non-verbal communication styles with diverse groups has on public safety entities.

10. Critically evaluate the processes involved in recognizing evidence and investigating any specific crime scene;  recognize the barriers to an effective interviews and/or interrogations.

11. Analyze and evaluate types of punishments and sentencing guidelines that impact Corrections; analyze crime causation theories impact on corrections; evaluate adult vs juvenile and male vs female institutions.

12. Analyze the emergence of Juvenile Justice and the distinctions between delinquency, status, and dependency . Analyze the theories of crime causation, constitutional rights, and judical dispositions applied to juveniles.

13. Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Calif. Correctional Officer in a local city or county jail , as defined by the California Board of Corrections.

14. Students will have the knowledge and skills to correctly classify any fingerprint and successfully identify an unknown fingerprint to a known fingerprint.

15. Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Level III Reserve Peace Officer as prescribed in POST regulations .  This certificate satisfies the prerequisite for entry into Module II Basic Law Enforcement Course.

16. Students awarded this certificate have demonstrated the safe handling of a firearm, cleaning principles, and have qualified on a firearms course of fire as prescribed by POST.

17. Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Level II Reserve Officer as prescribed by POST.  Or, perform the duties of a peace officer in a State Hospital, Code Enforcement officer for city and county agencies, or perform the duties of a gaming officer in a casino.

18. Perform the Laws of Arrest as prescribed by POST for peace officers with limited peace officer powers.

19. Perform the duties and responsibilities of a campus Peace Officer employed on a K-12 or Community College campus.

20. Execute skills necessary for entry level employment in a variety of jobs within the Criminal Justice area.

21. Apply for entry level employment in a variety of jobs within the Criminal Justice area.

22. Demonstrate a comprehension and appreciation of the connections, contributions, experiences,
and potential conflicts of various ethnicities, races, and genders as they interact with the
criminal justice components.

23. Demonstrate an understanding of the criminal justice system and how the student as an individual understands career opportunities in the field as well as individual / community rights and responsibilities.

24. Demonstrate an awareness of crime causation, roles of the components of the criminal justice system, and social and economic impact of crime on society.

25. Be prepared for a variety of employment opportunities with any Law Enforcement Agency.

26. Collect evidence with accuracy.

27. Communicate effectively, orally and in written formats, to the various professional role players within the Criminal Justice system.

28. Critically evaluate Vehicle Code violations to determine the cause for an accident. Perform the fundamentals of firearm safety, shooting accurately, and cleaning a pistol.

29. Critically analyze and assess various sample fingerprints and accurately classify each fingerprint.

30. Critically evaluate the search and/or seizure of evidence and determine the admissibility of evidence based on current Federal Supreme Court Decisions.

31. Critically analyze and evaluate the procedures in the preliminary investigation of specific crimes.

32. Critically examine and evaluate the types of evidence, admissibility of evidence given fourth and fifth amendment restrictions; analyze exceptions to the exclusionary rule.

33. Critically evaluate the processes involved in recognizing evidence and investigating any specific crime scene; recognize the barriers to an effective interviews and/or interrogations.

34. Critically analyze and describe the criminal trial processes from pre-arrest to sentencing.

35. Critically analyze and evaluate the proper procedures in conducting a criminal investigation involving crimes against persons, property, sex crimes, crimes against children, bombs and explosions, and vice and narcotics.

36. Critically evaluate and analyze the development of the role players, training and education, and present day challenges of the criminal justice system to include police, courts, and corrections.

37. Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Level II Reserve.

38. Critically appraise the legal restraints imposed on a peace officer by the US Constitution; critically evaluate the duties and responsibilities of a Level III Reserve.

39. Explain the sociological theories of criminology that relate specifically to juvenile delinquency.

40. Recognize and explain the development of the Juvenile court system.

41. Recognize and explain the role of parens patriae and its role in the social development of the juvenile offender.

42. Perform the duties, role, and function of a state certified correctional officer in a county jail or private prison.

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