Criminal Justice

Program
Credits 0.5
Grades
11,
12
This course is designed to acquaint students with the various aspects of the Criminal Justice System. In taking this course, students will learn of their rights and obligations as citizens. They will be informed as to the specifics of laws regarding drug use, search and seizure, use of deadly physical force, due process, etc., as well as procedures such as criminalistics and homicide investigations. They will meet with members of the Suffolk County Police and Sheriff’s Offices, law groups, attorneys, and various agencies involved in the social welfare of citizens.