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ADJUS 10 INTRODUCTION TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): None.
History and philosophy of administration of justice in America from its inception to its role in a culturally diverse society. Identification and explanation of the various components of the criminal justice system; theories of crime, punishment and rehabilitation; examination of the contemporaneous hiring processes of law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to preparation of the application, oral board analysis and overall examination of the system requirements. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4046  7:55am- 9:00am MWF     Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #6739 10:05am-11:10am MWF     Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #5429  1:00pm- 2:35pm TuTh    Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #6711  5:25pm- 7:00pm TuTh    Lecture IT140  LOMELI B C  
   #4045  7:00pm-10:20pm Th      Lecture IT140  MERCADO J   

ADJUS 12 CONCEPTS OF CRIMINAL LAW 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in or completion of AdJus 10.
Historical development of criminal law; legal research methods; classification of crime through critical thinking analysis as seen through the eyes of the investigator and the trier of fact; in-depth analysis of homicide and related crimes against persons; survey of property crimes and drug and alcohol related offenses; thorough exposure to legal concepts for those considering careers in law enforcement and related legal professions. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4048  9:00am-10:05am MWF     Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #4673 10:25am-   Noon TuTh    Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #4049  7:00pm-10:20pm Tu      Lecture IT140  AVERSANO R  

ADJUS 16 PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES OF THE JUSTICE SYSTEM 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): AdJus 10, 12.
Structure, jurisdiction and procedures of different courts; functions of various administrative agencies; criminal procedures from apprehension to conviction, including bail, extradition, search and seizure, examination, modes of accusation, appeals and writs. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4051  8:50am-10:25am TuTh    Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
   #4226  6:30pm- 9:50pm M       Lecture V213   GALLON D L  

ADJUS 19 PRINCIPLES OF INVESTIGATION 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): AdJus 10, 12.
Basic principles of all types of investigations utilized in the justice system. Includes human aspects in dealing with the public, specific knowledge necessary for handling crime scenes; interviews, evidence, surveillance, follow-up, technical resources and case preparation. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4053  7:00pm-10:20pm W       Lecture V200   VICINO C O  

ADJUS 22 CONCEPTS OF ENFORCEMENT SERVICES 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): AdJus 12.
Theories, philosophies and concepts related to the role expectations of the enforcement officer. Emphasis on patrol, and public service responsibilities and their relationship to the administration of justice system. Total of 54 hours lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #4054    Noon- 1:35pm MW      Lecture V213   DEWAR J M   

ADJUS 107A RESERVE AND LIMITED PEACE OFFICER TRAINING 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): None.
Arrest, search and seizure. Principles of peace officer professionalism, laws of evidence, investigation, community relations, communication, arrest and control. Course partially meets Penal Code 832 and Level III Reserve Officer Training requirements, but does not meet the Administration of Justice certificate of achievement requirements. Total of 54 hours lecture. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6746  8:00am-   Noon Sat     Lecture V213   GALLON D L  
         Short Term: 02/26/11-04/9/11
       &  1:00pm- 4:45pm Sat             V213   LOMELI B C  

ADJUS 122 FIELD PRACTICE IN ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 2 Units

Prerequisite(s): AdJus 12, maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including field practice.
Supervised field experience or employment in Administration of Justice, on-the-job training with local criminal justice agency. Student must meet all requirements of participating agency. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Credit/no credit grading. Total of 180 hours lecture. Grading: Pass/No Pass Only

   #6548                 TBA     Lab     V213   GALLON D L  
         11.3 Hours TBA per week

ADJUS 130 FIREARMS 1 Unit

Prerequisite(s): AdJus 14.
Moral aspects, legal provisions, safety precautions and restrictions covering use of firearms; firing of sidearms and shotguns; related first aid. Total of 9 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory. Grading: Letter Grade Only

   #6707  8:00am-   Noon F       LecLab  PPR    EVANS K     
         Short Term: 02/25/11-04/29/11
         PPR: Pasadena Police Range, 2783 Eaton Canyon Dr., Pasadena

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